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Raúl Pérez: Latest releases tasted and rated
12 wines rated...
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Bordeaux meets Rioja: report on a special tasting
See the nine Spanish wine higlights...
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Best Spanish wines under £20
From traditional-method sparkling to aged reds and Sherries.
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La Rioja Alta expands with ‘artisanal vineyard’ deals
La Rioja Alta buys old vines in effort to further improve quality...
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Reviving Rioja’s old vine heritage
A look at this history and current day situation of Rioja's old vines...
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New-wave Rioja: panel tasting results
73 wines tasted ands rated...
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The white Rioja renaissance
These 20 top barrel-matured whites show clearly how Rioja’s winemakers are placing an increased emphasis on rediscovering the capacity of their grapes to produce wines of impressive character and excellent value
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Rioja vintage guide 2000-2020: drink now or wait?
Want to know which Rioja bottles to open? Here is the lowdown on how long to keep your reservas and gran reservas from the last 20 years.
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First single-vineyard Rioja sparkling wine released
Bodegas Valdemar in the village of Oyón in Rioja has released the first sparkling wine in the region to be produced with the new single-vineyard certification...
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Francisco Barona: producer profile
The background of one of Spain's most promising winemakers...
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The wines that made Rioja famous: panel tasting results
The results show consistent quality for wine drinkers...
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Nomad winemaker: Why I make wine in Spain
The nomadic nature of my project dictates that I am always on the move, but Spain is a country that I will keep coming back to...
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Expert’s choice: Ribera del Duero wines under £30
Known for its iconic reds with hefty price tags, Ribera del Duero isn’t a natural hunting ground for value. But there are bottles out there if you know where to look, says Pedro Ballesteros Torres MW
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Vega Sicilia invests €20m in Galicia white wine plan
Project is set to focus on Albariño...
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Investing in Spanish wine: a market waiting in the wings
There’s good action among collectors, but the investment focus remains on the two Ribera del Duero big-hitters
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Viñedo Singular: panel tasting results
The first Decanter tasting of its kind, both reds and whites performed very well.
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Utiel Requena, the historic lands of Bobal
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Remírez de Ganuza: Contemporary Rioja built to last
Write-up with tasting notes and masterclass video...
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The diversity of Rioja in six wines
Say the word Rioja and most wine drinkers think of a mellow, traditional red. But update that image: Rioja is now increasingly varied and innovative, with new techniques, terroirs and wine styles making their mark.
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Who’s who in Rioja wine: people to know
Key influencers to know in Rioja...
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Garnacha is on a roll in Rioja: 10 wines to try
Why it's an exciting time for Garnacha in Rioja...
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Investing in Rioja: a fine wine market taking off
Looking at the past and future of the fine wine market for Rioja...
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Ageability in Rioja: 2001 & 2010
Drink or keep? Comparing the excellent 2001 and 2010 vintages...
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My favourite Riojas: sommelier picks
If sommeliers had to pick just one bottle of Rioja for their restaurant lists, what would it be? Experts from top establishments around the world share their favourite choice.
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What’s hot in Rioja
The dynamic changes happening in the region...
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Gramona: producer profile and latest releases tasted
Learn about the iconic Spanish sparkling winery
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Sarah Jane Evans MW: My top 10 Spanish fine wines of 2021
Best bottles from the year's tastings...
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Galician red wines: 20 top picks worth seeking out
Best known for its crisply fruity white wines, Galicia is also the source of fresh Atlantic reds that are ideal for fans of lighter styles. Here we introduce the sub-regions and producers you need to know, and recommendations for top bottles to try.
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Vega Sicilia: producer profile and latest releases tasted
Founded in 1864, the Ribera del Duero winery has become a Spanish icon. Sarah Jane Evans MW looks back at its history and tastes the current releases, including Unico 2012.
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Port and Sherry importers incensed by UK duty tax plans
Port and Sherry lovers would be penalised, say trade leaders...
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Unfortified Jerez wines: 12 top Palominos worth seeking out
The revitalisation of the region’s traditional still Palominos...
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Emilio Moro: producer profile and latest releases tasted
Latest wines rated...
