Tim Atkin is a renowned wine journalist and Master of Wine with 40 years of experience. He contributes to international media outlets such as Decanter, Harpers, and The Drinks Business, and is co-chair of the prestigious International Wine Challenge. Beth Willard, a passionate advocate of Spanish wine and a key figure in this report, has worked for years with producers across the country, providing an intimate, technical, and highly current perspective on emerging trends.
During a week in Logroño, Tim and Beth, together with Ana Martín, one of Spain’s most knowledgeable winemakers, and Marisa Veilla, Brand Ambassador, tasted 945 wines from different regions. Among them, Guelbenzu Evo 2020 and Vierlas 2023 stood out, which Tim and Beth described as wines with character and balance: Evo, serious and elegant, with vegetal freshness and great depth; Vierlas, vibrant and aromatic, with red fruit, spices, and a hint of menthol.
