Toro

Toro, (Zamora - Castilla y León) Spain

The town of Toro, in the province of Zamora, is known as a wine producing region located along the Duero River.  Its wine history goes long back; it is said that Christopher Columbus took Toro wine with him on his expedition in 1492 because of its ability to withstand the long journey, due to its structure and body.  The Collegiate church of Santa María la Mayor, dating to the 12th century, is found at the end of this street and is an example of traditional Romanesque architecture.