La Geria
In central Lanzarote between the towns of Mozaga and Yaiza is the wine growing area of this island, known locally by the name of
its grape, Malvaisia. Driving along this road is an exciting experience, partly because of the narrowness of the winding road
which is directly bordered by lava fields and vineyards, and partly because of the unique quality of the landscape. In the early
1700s, the valley was farmland, but beginning in September of 1730 a six-year period of volcanic eruptions covered southern
Lanzarote with thick layers of ash and lava. When farmers returned to their blackened fields,
they quickly discovered a use for the tiny black cinders.
honeycomb design across the rolling landscape. In places the walled depressions and vines reach almost to the top of the volcanic
cones that form the valley walls. Punctuating these unique patterns are bodegas where visitors can sample and buy the wines,
and learn about their unusual history at a wine museum
Copyright @ The Property Warehouse S L . Calle Palangre 1, Puerto del Carmen, Lanzarote. 35510. Tel. 0034 928510237 Fax. 0034 928 516262
Warehouse
