Rioja wine region
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Rioja bodegas slow to embrace white varieties
Nearly five years after Rioja bodegas were allowed to use international white varieties in their blends, only 150ha of new white vineyards have been planted.
By Decanter Staff Last updated
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Marques de Murrieta €20m rebuild nears completion
Marques de Murrieta, one of Spain's most renowned estates, is completing a €20m renovation project that has involved tearing down and rebuilding the entire bodega.
By Adam Lechmere Last updated
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Vega Sicilia to release Rioja wine
Renowned Spanish producer Vega Sicilia will release its new Rioja wine – a joint venture with a member of the Rothschild family – next year.
By James Lawrence Last updated
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Rioja produces first commercial sweet wines
Two Rioja producers have revived the region’s tradition of producing late-harvest wines.
By Patricia Langton Last updated
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Spain predicted smaller harvest, higher grape prices
By John Radford Last updated
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Spain export growth ‘substantial’
By John Radford Last updated
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Rioja winery sues architect for €2m over leaky roof
By Chris Mercer Last updated