Rioja is a wine region in northern Spain, not Andalusia, located in the autonomous communities of La Rioja and parts of Navarre and the Basque Country. Known for its Tempranillo grapes and prestigious red wines, Rioja features historic wineries housed in traditional stone buildings. Visitors explore vineyards, tour bodegas to learn about winemaking, and taste wines in charming villages like Haro and Laguardia.
Rioja is an autonomous community and Denominacion de Origen Calificada (DOCa) wine region in northern Spain, centred on the Ebro River valley and bordered by the Sierra de la Demanda to the south and the Basque Country to the north. The region spans portions of La Rioja, Alava, and Navarre, with Logrono serving as the administrative capital. It is recognised internationally as the source of Spain's most celebrated red wines, primarily from the Tempranillo grape, and holds two UNESCO World Heritage Sites within its boundaries.
Wine Region | Northern Spain | UNESCO Heritage | Camino de Santiago | Culinary Destination | Cultural Travel
