Lanzarote Wines Shine at International Awards Virtus 2026 with Gold and Grand Gold

The Lágrima de Malvasía Volcánica winery has been honored with a Grand Gold medal and a Gold medal at the prestigious international competition.

White wine glass with volcanic vineyards of Lanzarote in the background.
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White wine glass with volcanic vineyards of Lanzarote in the background.

Wines from Lanzarote have achieved remarkable success at the 2026 edition of the International Awards Virtus, an international competition that celebrates the quality and authenticity of wine productions.

The Regulatory Council of the Protected Designation of Origin (DOP) Vinos de Lanzarote has announced the excellent results obtained by the island's wines at the International Awards Virtus 2026. This competition brings together expert tasters, sommeliers, specialized journalists, and viticulture professionals from various countries.
According to information provided by the DOP, the Lágrima de Malvasía Volcánica winery was a major highlight, securing two important distinctions. Its wine, Lágrima de Malvasía Volcánica, received a Grand Gold medal in the white wine category, while Lágrima de Listán Negro earned a Gold medal in the red wine category.

"Every international award our wines receive is a recognition of the enormous work carried out by Lanzarote's winegrowers and winemakers."

the president of the Regulatory Council DOP Vinos de Lanzarote
This competition has established itself as a crucial international platform for the promotion and recognition of Lanzarote wines. The evaluation focuses on the authenticity, identity, and quality of the presented products, highlighting the uniqueness of the island's “heroic viticulture.”
The results obtained reinforce Lanzarote's image as a leading wine region globally, thanks to the quality and unique volcanic character of its wines, which continue to conquer markets and experts beyond the island's borders.