Rioja (pronounced) is a wine region in Spain, with denominación de origen calificada (D.O.Ca., "Qualified Designation of Origin," the highest category in Spanish wine regulation). Rioja wine is made from grapes grown in the autonomous communities of La Rioja and Navarre, and the Basque province of Álava. Rioja is further subdivided into three ...

Grounded in Spanish wine making, Rioja has a strict set of rules regarding its classification, and these produce a beautiful result: a big wine with high tannin that pairs up well with meat, delivering structure and fruitiness.

Jun 22, 2020 · Rioja is Spain's fine wine capital, a region characterised by rich tradition and vibrant innovation.

Rioja is Spain’s most famous wine and perfect for full red wine lovers. Learn about the four types, from Rioja to Gran Reserva

Jan 7, 2025 · For red wine drinkers, the northern region of Rioja reigns supreme, with yearly sales totaling more than 300 million bottles. But while many consumers have heard of Riojan wine, the...

Rioja wine is a renowned red wine from the Rioja region in northern Spain, characterized by its exceptional quality, diverse styles, and rich history. Rioja wine is made primarily from Tempranillo grapes, although Garnacha, Graciano, and Mazuelo are also permitted varieties.

Most commonly known as Spain’s signature red blend, Rioja is, in fact, a term describing the blending of traditional Spanish red grape varieties. The base of the Rioja blend is Tempranillo, followed by Grenache (Garnacha), Graciano, and Mazuelo (Carignan or Cariñena).

Apr 12, 2021 · The name Rioja refers to the region in northern Spain where these wines are produced. Although red, white and rosé wines are made here, the region is best known for its full-bodied red wines. Rioja is a designated DOCa (Denominación de Origen Calificada), which is the highest category of Spanish wine classification.

Feb 24, 2021 · Grainy American oak aromas of vanilla mixed with lightly spiced red fruit notes form a classic Rioja nose. A tight palate with wiry acidity is pointy as it delivers flavors of vanilla, dill, plum, red currant and wood spice.

Sep 23, 2024 · Rioja in Northern Spain is best known for berry-scented, barrel-aged red wines made from Tempranillo and Garnacha. It is arguably Spain's top wine region, and certainly the most famous, rivaled only by Jerez. The vineyards trace the course of the Ebro River for roughly 100 kilometers (60 miles) between the towns of Haro and Alfaro.