The best wineries to visit in Gran Canaria

To understand Gran Canaria, you need to taste it. Wine offers one of the most direct ways to connect with the island, revealing its landscape, its climate and its way of life.

Shaped by Atlantic breezes, steady sunshine and mineral-rich volcanic soils, the island produces wines with a distinctive identity. They are fresh, precise and often unexpectedly complex, reflecting the diversity of the terrain from which they come.

Exploring the wineries of Gran Canaria is therefore more than a tasting experience. It is a journey into the island’s culture, where tradition, craftsmanship and a deep respect for the land come together in every bottle.

Five wineries to explore on Gran Canaria 

Bodega Los Lirios: tradition with a modern outlook

Set in the Bandama area, Bodega Los Lirios strikes a careful balance between tradition and innovation. Its vineyards, rooted in volcanic soil, produce wines that combine elegance with clarity, where freshness and minerality are evident from the first sip.

The approach is forward-looking while remaining grounded in local heritage. The result is a contemporary style of winemaking that will appeal to those seeking something distinctive without losing a sense of place.

Located around 55 km from Seaside Palm Beach, the winery can be reached in approximately 40 to 45 minutes, making it an excellent option for a day trip into the island’s interior.

Recommended wine: Tinto Barrica Los Lirios 

An elegant red with notes of ripe black fruit, subtle toasted nuances and a mineral finish shaped by its volcanic origin.

Bodega San Juan (Finca El Mocanal): a living tradition

A visit to Finca El Mocanal feels like stepping back in time. Founded in 1912, it remains one of the island’s most traditional wineries, where winemaking continues to follow long-established practices.

Among historic presses and family-run vineyards, the pace is slower and the connection to the land is tangible. The wines reflect this approach, offering depth, balance and a strong sense of identity.

Located in Santa Brígida, around 55 km from the hotel, the winery is easily reached in about 40 minutes.

Recommended wine: Mocanal Reserva 

An oak-aged wine with notes of spice and ripe fruit, supported by a long, refined finish.

Bodega Las Tirajanas: the intensity of the south

In the south of the island, where the landscape becomes brighter and more rugged, Bodega Las Tirajanas presents a different expression of Gran Canaria’s wines.

Here, the climate produces wines with greater structure and intensity. Winemaking is precise and deliberate, designed to highlight the defining characteristics of each vintage. The result is a confident, modern style with depth and clarity.

Its proximity to Maspalomas makes it particularly accessible. The winery lies just 25 to 30 km away, with a driving time of around 30 minutes.

Recommended wine: Señorío de Agüimes Tinto Barrica

A well-structured and balanced wine, combining dark fruit, gentle spice and carefully integrated oak.

Bodega La Higuera Mayor: a quiet discovery

La Higuera Mayor is one of those wineries you come across almost by chance and remember for exactly that reason. Family-run and limited in production, it focuses on straightforward, honest wines with a clear sense of origin.

The proximity to the sea lends a subtle saline note, giving the wines a distinctive freshness and lightness. Their appeal lies in their restraint and their close connection to the surrounding landscape.

Situated in Telde, around 35 to 40 km from the hotel, it can be reached in approximately 30 to 35 minutes by car.

Recommended wine: Blanco Seco La Higuera Mayor

Fresh and delicate, with citrus and floral notes and a subtle saline edge reflecting its Atlantic influence.

Bodega Mondalón: precision and elegance

At the foot of the Bandama caldera, Bodega Mondalón offers a more refined take on Gran Canaria’s wines.

Its wines are defined by clarity, balance and precision, with well-structured aromatic profiles. They reflect the volcanic terrain in a controlled and elegant way, appealing to those looking for a more polished style.

Like other wineries in the Bandama area, Mondalón is around 50 to 55 km from Seaside Palm Beach, with a journey time of roughly 40 minutes.

Recommended wine: Mondalón Tinto Ecológico

A beautifully pure wine, with notes of red fruit, mineral character and a silky texture that makes it especially elegant.

Wine at La Bodega Restaurant, Maspalomas

At Seaside Palm Beach, wine is an integral part of the dining experience. Our wine list features a carefully selected range of wines from Gran Canaria, chosen for the way they reflect the island’s character and complement our cuisine.

At La Bodega Restaurant, in the heart of Maspalomas, you will find a warm and welcoming setting where Spanish dishes and local wines come together naturally.

Alongside wines from the island, the selection also includes well-chosen labels from mainland Spain, offering a broader perspective while maintaining a clear connection to the destination.

La Bodega was recently awarded Best Hotel Restaurant 2025 by the QUE BUENO CANARIAS guide, recognising its commitment to quality and consistency.

Discover the wines of Gran Canaria at La Bodega and experience the island from a different perspective.