Rioja Wine Academy: going from strength to strength
The educational project of the Control Board of the Rioja Qualified Designation of Origin goes from strength to strength with the launch of the first-ever “Official Rioja Wine Educator” programs since the Rioja wine academy was launched. In autumn this year, 15 leading wine experts, including several Masters of Wine, stage-two students from the Institute […]
Author of the Rioja Wine Region Ana Fabiano hosted and led an immersive masterclass in partnership with @rioja and @riojawines where @fiuhospitality students and staff walked away with greater knowledge and appreciation for Spain’s amazing wine region, Rioja. Attendees had the opportunity to experience food and wine pairings from the three most prominent regions of Rioja. We’d also like […]
THE ENTHUSIAST 100: RIOJA IN THE BEST WINES OF 2021
It’s no small feat to recap a year of tasting, especially when the Wine Enthusiast tasting panel annually reviews upward of 22,000 wines. This year, coverage of classic regions like Rioja remained a heavy focus, and their tasters reviewed hundreds of wines from regional stalwarts and winemaking legends, with many standouts worth finding. 91 Marqués […]
Rioja on The Today Show | Toast to the Holidays
Leslie Sbrocco, Emmy awarding tv show host, wine author, speaker, and wine industry personality, showcased Rioja and Ramon Bilbao Crianza on the Today Show. Wine expert Leslie Sbrocco joined Hoda & Jenna to share seven wines that are perfect for the holidays. Whether you are giving a gift, looking for the perfect drink to pair […]
100 Days of Rioja | Week Fourteen 2021
Bodegas Perica Reserva 2009 Baking spice and smoky wood-grain aromas are classy but dominate fruit scents. This wine feels crisp and snappy, with hard tannins. Spicy, woody flavors match the nose and are backed by chocolate and berry fruit notes, carrying through to the spicy, oaky finish. Glorioso Seleccion Especial 2014 Dark red with plum, […]
Salud! Thanks for following our 100 Days of Rioja journey. Be sure to check out all the highlighted wines in our stories on Instagram and shop all featured wines. Featured Partners & Bodegas Ramon Bilbao Limited Edition Bodegas Palacios Obalo Finca Nueva Lopez de Haro Finca Valpiedra Beronia Muga Ramirez de la Piscina Milenrama Bodegas […]
Rioja Best Wines for Thanksgiving Gathering – Forbes Feature
Katie Kelly Bell Forbes Life Contributor writes about Wines to Pair with the Bird, Thanksgiving, Turkey Day this year–Rioja is on the list. Rioja wines arrive on store shelves with more aging than other wines, in fact, they are among the longest-aged wines in the world, which makes them a terrific value—serving up elegance and […]
100 Days of Rioja | Week Thirteen 2021
Ramirez de la Piscina Crianza 2016 Deep ruby red with a pale violet rim. On the nose the characteristic Sonsierra red fruits combine with touches of spicy wood. In the mouth it is tasty, spicy and structured, with hints of vanilla and coffee and a good balance between wine and oak. The finish is long […]
Rioja Wines at 40th Anniversary of Wine Experience
Rioja wines starred in Wine Spectator’s New York Wine Experience hosted by Wine Spectator held October 21, 2021-October 23, 2021. This is one of the most anticipated events among attendees. They taste an exciting variety of wines from the world’s best vintners, including top scoring bottlings and rare older vintages. Among them, they were present […]
100 Days of Rioja | Week Twelve 2021
Carlos Serres Reserva 2014 Cherry red color with a thin terracotta edge showing its longer barrel age. The wine shows its mature black fruit, toffee and mineral notes. This is a silky wine with harmonious balance of flavors with an elegant and refreshing finish. Blend: 85% Tempranillo, 10% Graciano and 5% Mazuelo Perfect for matching […]
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