The Best Wine Experiences to Have in La Rioja

La Rioja is one of Spain’s most famous wine-producing areas. Dotted with both historic and contemporary wineries, vast fields of vines and a number of wine museums, this is certainly one of the best places to learn about one of Spain’s much-loved drinks. Here’s our pick of the top wine experiences to have in La Rioja.
Visit the Vivanco Winery and Wine Museum
Wine Seller, Spanish

Tour the Riojania Wine Cellar
The Riojania Wine Cellar is an original 18th century wine cellar, which has been dug into the sides of the rock. Located in the small town of Quel, it’s filled with old 16th century wine-related objects and equipment. There’s also a small wine museum and a tasting room, where you can sample various types of La Rioja’s famous drink.
Riojania Wine Cellar Rioja, Quel, La Rioja, Spain +34 679 49 27 48
Stay at Frank Gehry's hotel and winery Marqués de Riscal
Hotel Restaurant, Wine Bar, Spanish

Marvel at the Bodegas Ysios
Wine Seller, Bodega, Spanish

Take part in the Batalla del Vino
If you’re in La Rioja at the end of June, you can take part in one of the most unique wine experiences – a wine battle. Taking place in the hills just outside the town of Haro, participants soak each other with over 500 litres of red wine, turning everyone’s white attire to purple. Read our article all about the famous Batalla del Vino here to learn more.

Go wine tasting at the Bodegas Muga
Wine Bar, Bodega, Wine

Learn about a unique wine making process at the Bodegas Baigorri
Wine Seller, Spanish

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