Going on a getaway to Rioja and visiting any of its incredible wineries is a fantastic plan for anyone who loves wine.
In addition to drinking good wine and seeing landscapes of beautiful vineyards, visiting a winery allows you to meet the people behind the wine, and learn about the history of the project and their philosophy. Everything that goes into the bottle and its meaning.
Rioja is one of the most renowned and most historic areas, not only in our country but also internationally. Due to its orographic and climatic diversity, it is divided into three sub-regions: Rioja Alta, Rioja Oriental and Rioja Alavesa. The main variety is Tempranillo followed by Garnacha Tinta, Graciano and Mazuelo. As for white grapes, we mainly find Viura, Malvasía, White Garnacha and Tempranillo Blanco.
There are more than 600 wineries in Rioja therefore it is difficult to only choose 5, but here we go!
Marqués de Murrieta is a hallmark of excellence. This winery combines the best of tradition and modernity. Its wines are considered among the best, not only in this area but also internationally. Its wine Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial Blanco 1986 is considered one of the best in the world.
The origins of the Marqués de Murrieta winery are linked to the origins of wine in Rioja, as in 1852 Don Luciano Murrieta produced the first Rioja wines, and was also the first to export it beyond the national borders. Its stunning 300 hectares of vineyard surrounding the winery add to its historic appeal as a century-old winery.
https://www.marquesdemurrieta.com/bodegas-rioja/es/
Paco García is a family-owned winery founded in 2001 that produces modern-style and sweet wines. Run by a young couple, within a short space of time it has become a leading winery in Rioja.
At Paco García you feel right at home and discover the most authentic and friendly La Rioja.
What you will find most striking is their passion for wine and desire to convey it.
The visit is a tour lasting for approximately one and a half hours, with a complete route around the facilities, stopping at the storage tank area, barrels room, production line and finishing with a final tasting
https://www.bodegaspacogarcia.com/
Luis Cañas is a family-owned winery founded in 1928 in La Rioja Alavesa. This winery is a benchmark in the area due to its historic trajectory.
It is located in a privileged setting under the majestic presence of the Sierra de Cantabria. From the moment you arrive at the winery you can take in the views of the vineyards surrounding the winery. Also, the tastings take place on a viewpoint that offers a panoramic view over the vineyards.
At Luis Cañas you breathe in a passion for wine but also great respect for the family legacy, the land and its people.
Roda is located on the banks of the Ebro River, on a balcony in Barrio de La Estación de Haro. The founding of the winery dates back to 1987.
The wines of Roda are renowned internationally. This winery represents the flawless quest to achieve maximum quality in its wines.
The facilities of the winery were custom-designed for the wines: each phase adjusts the number of barrels to the vines selected each season, a bioclimatic room, the result of an unprecedented commitment to innovation, and two ageing cellars dug directly out of the rock.
Hacienda López de Haro is located in San Vicente de la Sonsierra, the heart of La Rioja Alta, birthplace of the Rioja winemaking tradition and home to the best old Tempranillo vineyards.
This winery is owned by the Vintae wine group and the Hacienda López de Haro project was established to pay tribute to its Riojan roots and to create a winery that represented the real essence of Rioja.
They offer different options for visits to the winery and private events for groups.
https://www.haciendalopezdeharo.com/
We hope that you have liked our recommendations and we encourage you to visit La Rioja very soon.
