DECANTER PRESENTS... D.O.Utiel-Requena
The wines of Utiel-Requena: An evening of discovery
Located west of Valencia, on slopes kissed by the Mediterranean and cradled by mountainous winds, Utiel-Requena is a region of ancestral viticultural tradition now being reinterpreted by a vibrant community of growers and winemakers.
In the first of two masterclasses hosted at Decanter's tasting suite, we will discover the region's history, indigenous varieties (all showing incredible potential in the face of climate change) and holistic sustainability approach while tasting truly delicious wines.
The evening will kick off with a selection of local delicacies.
Date:
Tuesday 3 March 2026
Location:
Decanter Tasting Suite, 121-141 Westbourne Terrace, Paddington, W2 6JR
Timings:
18:30 - welcome drinks and tapas
19:00 - guided tasting begins
20:30 - tasting ends
Price:
£49 per person
THE WINES
Pago de Tharsys, Alegría de Tharsys 2023
Neleman, Bobal Robusta 2023
Vegalfaro, Caprasia Bobal Anfora 2022
Chozas Carrascal, Las Dosces 2024
Faustino Rivero Ulecia, Reserva 2020
Finca San Blas, Blanco 2020
BVC, Toro Loco Rose 2024
THE HOSTS
Beth Willard
Wine expert - Spain, Central & Eastern Europe
Australian-born Beth Willard entered the wine world through her love for languages and travel. She began her journey at the cellar door of Hardy’s winery in Canberra, followed by work with a small family producer in the same region. A move to Europe led her to a position with the Syndicat des Vins de Bordeaux, after which she settled in the UK, where she held several buying roles, including nearly a decade as Buying Manager for Direct Wines’ Global Buying Team.
During this time, Beth developed a deep expertise in Spanish wines, which has since become a cornerstone of her career. Now based in Spain, she is a prominent figure in the Spanish wine industry, leading presentations and tastings in both English and Spanish. She also collaborates with Tim Atkin MW to produce detailed reports on Spanish wine regions and producers.
As a writer for Decanter, Beth is recognized as a key specialist in Spanish and Eastern European wines. She has been a DWWA judge since 2015, serving as Regional Chair for the Eastern Europe panel and, more recently, for the Spain panel. Beth’s contributions to the wine industry have earned her a place in the prestigious Gran Orden de Caballeros del Vino.
Ines Salpico
Regional Editor Spain, Portugal and South America
Decanter
Ines is Decanter’s regional editor for Spain, Portugal and South America. Born and raised in Lisbon, Portugal, she grew up chasing her grandfather among his vines in Ribatejo and thus her love for all things wine began. After completing her Masters Degree in Architecture, Ines worked as a project manager while writing about wine and doing cellar consulting on the side. After moving to London nine years ago, she decided to dedicate herself fully to the wine industry and joined the sommelier team at Michelin-starred Spring, Somerset House. Stints at Noble Rot and The Laughing Heart followed, while completing her WSET Diploma in Wines and Spirits.
Her work as a judge and writer eventually became her full time commitment and she joined Decanter in 2019 as wine database editor.
