🍷 At The Sun Places we know that there are experiences that transcend the simple act of drinking wine. Vinoble 2026 is one of them: the world's most important event for lovers of generous, fortified and liqueur wines.
From 30 May to 1 June, the majestic Alcázar of Jerez de la Frontera becomes the global epicentre of luxury wine tourism, bringing together century-old wineries, international sommeliers and lovers of good food.
And to experience this unique event, nothing beats booking with The Sun Places in our Luxury Apartments in Sanlúcar de Barrameda, the perfect starting point to explore the Spanish Capital of Gastronomy 2022 and the heart of the Jerez Region.
Vinoble 2026 is not a typical trade fair. It is the only international show dedicated exclusively to fortified wines, a fascinating universe that includes the generous wines of the Jerez Region, Portuguese Ports, Italian Marsalas, Málaga Virgenes and natural sweet wines from around the world.
Its 13th edition, presented by the mayoress of Jerez, María José García-Pelayo, together with the president of the Regulatory Council, César Saldaña, will be held for the first time from Saturday to Monday to facilitate the participation of industry professionals.
📜 Why does Vinoble exist? History and meaning of the International Show of Noble Wines
To understand the magnitude of Vinoble 2026, we must travel back to its origins. Born in 2002 as a pioneering initiative of the Regulatory Council of Jerez Wine and Manzanilla de Sanlúcar, the show was conceived to fill a gap in the global trade fair landscape: there was no specific space for oxidative ageing wines and natural sweet wines.
Since then, Vinoble has established itself as the "Show of Noble Wines", a term that evokes the nobility of wines that have been aged for years in oak barrels using traditional systems such as criaderas and soleras.
Its venue, the Alcázar of Jerez, an Almohad fortress from the 12th and 13th centuries declared a Site of Cultural Interest, provides an incomparable setting to taste these "meditation wines", and underlines the centuries-old link between the city, its history and its wine-growing tradition.
🍷 What are Noble, Generous and Liqueur Wines?
Let's talk about the true protagonists of Vinoble 2026
- Generous Wines (such as Fino, Manzanilla or Amontillado) are characterised by their biological ageing under a veil of flor
- Noble Wines or oxidative ageing wines (Oloroso, Palo Cortado) age in contact with oxygen, developing aromas of nuts and noble woods
- Natural sweet wines (Pedro Ximénez, Moscatel) are obtained from overripe or raisined grapes. Finally, Liqueur Wines are those to which wine alcohol has been added to stop fermentation, preserving part of the grape's natural sugar
- The richness and diversity of these categories are the soul of this event, which attracts sommeliers, buyers and amateurs from around the world to discover references ranging from classic Sherries to exotic wines from Port, Marsala, Madeira, Cyprus or South Africa.
📍 Where to go to see Vinoble 2026? The Alcázar of Jerez as the epicentre
Vinoble 2026 is held in an incomparable setting: the Alcázar of Jerez de la Frontera.
This fortress, built by the Almohads between the 12th and 13th centuries, is the oldest public building in the city and one of the best-preserved Islamic military complexes on the Peninsula.
During the three days of the show, its courtyards, gardens and centuries-old rooms will house 65 exhibition spaces. Accredited professionals can stroll through the Patio de Armas, taste century-old references in the restored Mosque (13th century) and attend tastings and pairings in the Sala del Molino and the Palacio de Villavicencio.
The organisation has made notable infrastructure improvements, including new outdoor marquees with wooden floors and a ventilation system that will guarantee comfort during the open days.
To move easily among the most exclusive wines of Vinoble 2026 and discover the corners of Jerez, The Sun Places offers you the best accommodation.
🍷 Master tasting programme: 18 unique sessions in the world
The tasting programme of Vinoble 2026 is its main attraction. A total of 18 master tastings led by the world's most prestigious oenologists and prescribers, distributed between the Sala del Molino and the Mosque of the Alcázar. The offer is a true sensory journey through the most emblematic wine regions on the planet. Among the most outstanding sessions for the press and professionals, we find:
- 🍇 Lustau: The Prism of Excellence (Sala Molino, Saturday 30, 17:15). A tasting led by winemaker Sergio Martínez to discover the VORS jewels of the prestigious winery
- 🏅 Grand Medals of the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles (Mosque, Saturday 30, 18:00). A selection of the best fortified, sweet and liqueur wines awarded by this international competition
- 👩🦰 Málaga with an M for Women (Sala Molino, Saturday 30, 19:00). Six winemakers from the Málaga DO present their vision of this unique territory
- 🏺Commandaria, the Oldest Wine in the World (Mosque, Saturday 30, 20:00). A historic tasting that presents for the first time outside Cyprus the mythical vintages of this wine, with legendary years 1998 and 2002
- 🍇 Porto: The Legacy of the Human Factor (Kopke & Real Companhia Velha) (Mosque, Sunday 31, 11:00). A journey through the elegance of Vintage and the wisdom of Colheita and 50 years
🍽️ Vinoble and haute cuisine: A Michelin-starred pairing
The Vinoble 2026 edition is especially relevant because it coincides with a milestone for the city: Jerez is the Spanish Capital of Gastronomy 2026.
To celebrate it, the organisation and the Gustos del Sur programme of the Andalusian Regional Government have prepared an ambitious programme of pairings with three of the most award-winning chefs in the city:
- Javier Muñoz (Restaurante La Carboná, with Michelin star)
- Juanlu Fernández (LÚ Cocina y Alma)
A total of ten wine and food harmony activities will take place in the Patio del Molino, where professionals can taste the most avant-garde proposals of Andalusian haute cuisine.
Furthermore, the presence of the winners of the Brussels World Competition (Samos from Greece, Natural Sweet Wines from France and Marsala from Italy) reinforces the internationalisation of the event and connects the great European wines with the author cuisine of the province of Cádiz.
🍇 Wineries to visit during Vinoble 2026: Wine tourism in Jerez
Taking advantage of your visit to Vinoble 2026 to discover the century-old wineries of the Jerez Region is an essential plan. The landscape of albariza vineyards and the cathedrals of wine are world heritage.
So we encourage you to extend your stay to visit some of these temples: Bodegas Fundador (the oldest in Jerez), Bodegas Tío Pepe (González Byass), Bodegas Lustau or Bodegas Barbadillo (in nearby Sanlúcar de Barrameda), where you can delve into the secrets of generous wines and Manzanilla.
Remember that capacity is controlled and it is recommended to book in advance, especially during the days of the show.
If you like combining wine with elite sports, The Sun Places has also covered LIV Golf Andalucía 2026, which takes place in June at the nearby Real Club de Golf Valderrama in Sotogrande.
🎭 What does Vinoble 2026 represent for Jerez and for The Sun Places?
Vinoble 2026 is the highest expression of Jerez's identity as the world capital of wine.
For the city, it is a showcase of excellence that attracts top-level professionals and high-spending tourists, leaving an economic and hotel impact close to 80% occupancy.
For The Sun Places, events like this reflect our commitment to authentic luxury and transformative experiences.
That is why our Luxury Apartments in Sanlúcar de Barrameda are the ideal home to enjoy wine tourism in its purest state, with all the comfort and privacy you deserve.
🎟️ Practical information for your visit: Schedules and tickets for Vinoble 2026
Vinoble 2026 is a professional show. To access it, accreditation is required, which can be requested through the official website (www.vinoble.org).
Once accredited, the show's hours are as follows: on Saturday 30 May, the doors will open in the afternoon, from 17:00 to 21:00.
On Sunday 31 May and Monday 1 June, the hours will be split, from 10:00 to 14:00 and from 17:00 to 21:00.
Tickets for tastings are purchased separately through the official website and The Sun Places can buy them, with prices ranging between 35 and 40 euros per session.
It is recommended to purchase them in advance, as capacity is limited.
✨ Perfect plan with The Sun Places to enjoy Vinoble 2026
Friday:
- In the evening, dinner at Restaurante Lucero or Casa Bigote to prelude the flavours of Vinoble, a good Manzanilla or Oloroso and some Sanlúcar de Barrameda Prawns.
Saturday:
- Morning of relaxation and accreditation at the show.
- Intense afternoon of tastings: Attend the afternoon session at the Alcázar. We recommend the Lustau or Commandaria tasting.
- Close the day with drinks in the winery area of the show, with a professional and select atmosphere.
Sunday:
- Breakfast in a traditional bakery, such as the famous "Plaza del Arenal".
- Morning of tastings: Enjoy the mythical Port tasting in the Mosque.
- Pairing lunch in the Patio del Molino with the Michelin-starred chefs.
- Afternoon of wine tourism: guided tour of Bodegas Fundador or the Tío Pepe wineries.
Ready to experience the luxury of Vinoble 2026?
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