Sierras de Málaga

Sierras de Málaga is a wine region in the mountains of Málaga Province characterized by diverse microclimates and elevations from coastal areas to heights exceeding 750 meters. The terrain encompasses five distinct subzones, each demonstrating different cultivation and production methods.

Wine production in this mountain region dates back to the 8th century BC when Phoenicians introduced cultivation techniques to the Mediterranean landscape. This early knowledge transfer shaped the foundations of local winemaking that persist today.

Local wineries blend traditional practices with modern techniques, producing both international varieties and indigenous grapes like Pedro Ximénez and Moscatel. Visitors can observe how ancestral methods remain woven into daily production routines.

Visitors can arrange wine tours through the different subzones to observe various cultivation techniques and production methods firsthand. The best time to visit depends on personal preference, whether you want to see harvest season, flowering, or year-round tours.

High altitude vineyards combined with Mediterranean climate conditions cause grapes to develop strong acidity and concentrated flavors, a quality rarely found in European mountain wines. These conditions allow for a style of winemaking distinctly shaped by elevation and sun exposure.