Wine region · Spain
Rioja
Crianza, Reserva, Gran Reserva system. American and French oak. Rioja Alavesa vs Alta.
Grapes
Famous wines and producers
- López de Heredia
- La Rioja Alta
- Marqués de Riscal
- Muga
Other wine regions in Spain
- Ribera del DueroPowerful, concentrated red wines. Higher altitude than Rioja.
- PrioratIntense, mineral reds. Llicorella (slate) soil. DOCa status.
- Rías BaixasFresh, aromatic white wines. Granite soils. Atlantic influence.
- Jerez (Sherry)Fortified wines. Solera system. Fino, Manzanilla, Oloroso, PX.
- RuedaFresh, herbal white wines. Continental climate.
- Penedès/CavaCava sparkling wine (traditional method). Excellent value.
- BierzoElegant, aromatic red wines. Comparable to Burgundy.
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