SILVA'S THE GOAT (...that's the Grapest Of All Time)

Legend goes from stellar career to cellar career

- DAVID MCDONNELL

AS a player he was known as 'El Mago' - The Magician for his wizardry on the pitch.

Now retired, former Manchester City playmaker David Silva is bringing the same magic and style to his new career as a winemaker in his native Gran Canaria.

Situated in the hills of the volcanic island, Silva's Bodegas Tameran vineyard produces critically-acclaimed wine that is exported all over the world, specialising in six varieties under the guidance of experienced winemaker Jonatan Garcia.

"I got into wine through my former team-mate and good friend Sisi at Valencia," said Silva.

"I drank wine but not the typical wines. Then I started to buy wines from Madrid that I got sent over to Manchester.