Wine crops in Lanzarote

Lanzarote wines are an integral part of Lanzarote agricultural industry. A drive through La Geria (the wine growing region of Lanzarote) provides you with stunning views across the vineyards, complete with the semi circle shelters that protect the vines as they grow.

La Geria Lanzarote

The relatively low level of Lanzarote’s wine growing area (approx 650 – 700 metres above sea level) protect it from harsher weather than higher grounds… and the springlike Atlantic winds keep a fairly constant mild temperature all year round.

The heat can be a problem for the vine crops… so the local farmers cover the surface of the ground with picon (crushed volcanic ash) which acts as a protective barrier, as well as absorbung moisture overnight… and imparting it during the day. It also acts as a barrier against the sun’s harsh rays. the lack of rainfall has led to the local farmers utilising every single drop of water they can find… all helping to provide Lanzarote with a successful export.

The main wine producing bodegas are in the La Geria region. However there are vineyards all over the island.

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