Jersey puntos azules

The mountains classification in the Vuelta a España was established in 1935, when it was won by Italian Edoardo Molinar.

Until 2005 the leader in the mountain classification wore a green jersey. Followed by an orange jersey in years 2006-2009.

As of 2010, the leader of the mountains classification is awarded a white jersey with blue dots.The mountains jersey is third in the rankings of jerseys, behind the jersey for the general classification and points classification in the Vuelta a España but before the combination classification.

David Moncoutié wearing blue polka dot jersey (http://www.lavuelta.com)