Rioja (pronounced [ˈrjoxa]) 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 Spain's fine wine capital, a region characterised by rich tradition and vibrant innovation.

2025年1月7日 · The Rioja wine region overlaps three of Spain's autonomous communities — the majority sits in the northern half of La Rioja, overlapping with the Basque country to the west and Navarra to the...

Rioja is a perfect place in Spain to enjoy tapas (known as pinchos here) and to pair these with local Rioja wines. The region extends from Haro on the west to Navarre on the west all along the Ebro River (Spain´s second-largest river).

2025年1月2日 · If you’re a red wine enthusiast and a foodie, you’re going to find yourself in paradise when you visit the remarkable wine region of Rioja in Spain. One of only two of the highest quality wine-producing regions in Spain, Rioja has …

2024年9月23日 · Rioja is Spain's most famous wine region, best known for red wines from Tempranillo and Garnacha. It was also the first to gain DOCa status, the very highest classification for Spanish wine.

Rioja is the infamous wine named after the region of La Rioja in Northern Spain. La Rioja is most famous for its wines made with Tempranillo grapes that grow well in the region’s dry climate. La Rioja is in the Ebro River Valley and its 7 small tributaries create the valleys of Rioja.

Today, Rioja boasts more than 163,000 acres of registered vineyards, 600 wineries and 14,000 winegrowers who make red, white and rosé wines. Styles range from the traditional Rioja profile of medium-bodied with muted fruit and cedar to more modern styles dense in color, fruit and spice.

In this post, we’ll take a deep look into the Rioja wine region. We’ll touch on some history, wine labeling laws, and tips for the ultimate food pairing! Rioja is a wine region in Northern Spain, located between both banks of the Ebro River.