Airen is the most widely planted grape in central Spain. Furthermore, Airen is also the most popular grape variety grown throughout the world in terms of planted acres. In Spain, Airen is planted in the La Mancha and Valdepenas regions. There, in the warm and dry environment with less than desirable soil, Airen is an ideal grape variety. Airen will produce high yields with relatively low maintenance. These qualities will trump the poor quality of wine that Airen makes, but the ease of the vine lends itself to producing base wines for brandy and high alcohol whites for Spain’s local consumers. When blended with Cencibel, Airen will produce a light-bodied red wine. Most recently, Airen grapes are giving rise to a crisp, dry white wine. Although becoming less and less popular as more fruit-forward wines dominate in consumption, the ease of growth of the Airen grape will give it longevity in the industry.