As a drinks writer, I am often asked to describe the most memorable wine ever encountered. The answer isn’t based on a specific vintage, variety or style. It was the 2014 Pagos de Obanos Crianza, a Spanish tempranillobased drop that was elevated from basic to unforgettable in a simple moment.
The red wine was imbibed at the conclusion of the first day of the Camino de Santiago, known in English as the Way of Saint James. The lengthy pilgrimage through Spain is tackled on foot, bicycle or horseback and is no walk in the park. There are many routes from which to choose and my travel companion and I opted for the most popular and traditional route; the French
