El Mundo chooses Viñátigo Negramoll among the most refreshing red wines of the summer

The prestigious national newspaper includes our single-varietal Negramoll among seven light and affordable wines that encourage enjoying red wine at cooler temperatures.

When temperatures rise, red wine doesn't disappear from the table: it simply changes its character. That's the idea behind the article "Light and Affordable Reds to Drink Chilled: 7 Bottles That Beg for the Refrigerator," published by journalist Laura S. Lara in the Metropolis section of El Mundo.

The article, published on July 27, 2026, offers a selection of seven red wines from different wine-growing regions. These are approachable, fresh, and easy-drinking wines that demonstrate that it's also possible to enjoy a glass of red wine during the warmer months.

Among the chosen bottles is Viñátigo Negramoll, the only representative of the Canary Islands in a selection that also includes Rioja, Bierzo, Navarra and Galicia.

Lightness as an expression of variety

The article in El Mundo presents Viñátigo Negramoll as a delicate, fruity wine, especially suited to summer. The publication highlights its refreshing character, its approachable nature, and a style that benefits from being served at a slightly cooler temperature than is typical for red wines.

This assessment is particularly significant because it recognizes the identity of Negramoll, a historic variety from the Canary Islands capable of producing wines that avoid excessive concentration, dominant oak, or intensity as the sole defining characteristic.

At Viñátigo, we understand lightness not as a lack of character, but as another way of expressing the terroir. A wine can be delicate and, at the same time, possess a distinct identity; it can be easy to drink without sacrificing complexity; and it can be refreshing while maintaining its connection to the land from which it originates.

Viñátigo Negramoll is born precisely from this interpretation.

Negramoll, a variety with a Canarian identity

Made exclusively with Negramoll grapes, this wine comes from vineyards cultivated at approximately 200 meters above sea level using the traditional low-trellised system. It is protected by the Canary Islands – Tenerife Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) and has an alcohol content of 13.5%.

Its profile features red fruit aromas accompanied by smoky notes and delicate hints of caramel and toffee. Its soft tannins and refreshing acidity create an elegant, fluid, and balanced mouthfeel. This combination explains why it can be enjoyed slightly chilled and pairs naturally with both a meal and conversation outdoors.

El Mundo also highlights its versatility, presenting it as a suitable wine for a light dinner or an afternoon on the terrace. This ability to adapt to different occasions aligns with a growing trend among consumers: the search for lighter, fresher red wines designed to be enjoyed without excessive formality.

Its gastronomic versatility further expands its possibilities. Viñátigo Negramoll pairs especially well with grilled fish and white meats, demonstrating that a red wine can perform beyond the pairings traditionally associated with intense preparations and hearty dishes.

A selection that puts Canary Island wine in the national conversation

The presence of Viñátigo Negramoll in this feature represents much more than a summer wine recommendation. Its inclusion places a minority Canarian variety within a national wine conversation.

In a selection comprised of widely recognized appellations and regions, Negramoll offers a distinct voice: that of the Atlantic vineyards, the volcanic soils of Tenerife, and a varietal heritage that has survived for centuries in the Canary Islands.

Since 1990, Bodegas Viñátigo has been working on the identification, recovery, and cultivation of native varieties, convinced that diversity is one of the main strengths of Canarian wine. This work has allowed them to showcase the characteristics of grapes such as Gual, Marmajuelo, Vijariego, Tintilla, Baboso Negro, and Negramoll through winemaking techniques that respect their individuality.

That a publication as prestigious as El Mundo is now focusing on Viñátigo Negramoll confirms the growing interest in Canarian wines and their ability to respond to new ways of understanding consumption: with greater freshness, authenticity, and a more direct connection to the land.

A Canarian red that also calls for summer

Viñátigo Negramoll demonstrates that red wines can also be delicate, refreshing, and profoundly Atlantic. Simply serving it slightly chilled allows its fruit, acidity, and smooth tannins to find the perfect balance.

El Mundo's selection thus invites us to rediscover a variety linked to the winemaking history of the Canary Islands and to enjoy it from a contemporary perspective.

Summer doesn't mean giving up red wine. Sometimes, it simply calls for a change in temperature, allowing varieties like Negramoll to showcase their full freshness.

*Read the original article at El Mundo