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New-wave Rioja: panel tasting results73 wines tasted ands rated...
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The white Rioja renaissanceThese 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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Bodegas Montecillo – historically and elegantly modernSponsored
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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 releasedBodegas 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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Conde de los Andes – the pulse of Rioja’s soulSponsored
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The wines that made Rioja famous: panel tasting resultsThe results show consistent quality for wine drinkers...
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Ultimate Rioja: Excellence rooted in tradition; elegance born of innovationSponsored
Some of Rioja's best wines tasted and rated by an panel of experts
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Investing in Spanish wine: a market waiting in the wingsThere’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 resultsThe first Decanter tasting of its kind, both reds and whites performed very well.
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Remírez de Ganuza: Contemporary Rioja built to lastWrite-up with tasting notes and masterclass video...
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The diversity of Rioja in six winesSay 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 knowKey influencers to know in Rioja...
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Garnacha is on a roll in Rioja: 10 wines to tryWhy it's an exciting time for Garnacha in Rioja...
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Investing in Rioja: a fine wine market taking offLooking at the past and future of the fine wine market for Rioja...
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Ageability in Rioja: 2001 & 2010Drink or keep? Comparing the excellent 2001 and 2010 vintages...
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My favourite Riojas: sommelier picksIf 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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Rioja travel guide: Great wineries and restaurants to visitPlus exciting restaurants and where to stay...
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What’s hot in RiojaThe dynamic changes happening in the region...
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Vega Sicilia: producer profile and latest releases tastedFounded 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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Faustino I : The enduring legacy of an iconic bottleSponsored
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Proposal to grant Rioja Alavesa wineries greater autonomy withdrawnBasque National Party (PNV) spokesperson Aitor Esteban has announced the withdrawal of a bill that, if passed, would have granted Basque winemakers of the Rioja Alavesa region greater autonomy.
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Finca Martelo: a new style of RiojaSponsored
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Five great Rioja vintages to drink nowA selection of 15 wines spanning five different vintages all drinking well today...
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Pest control – fighting diseases in Rioja’s vineyardsSponsored
Pests and diseases are two of viticulture's main challenges. Ramón Bilbao use natural vineyard management methods to control them, while reducing water and carbon footprint.
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Rioja: the best of both worldsSponsored
A new generation of wines defined by their origin is starting to appear in Rioja, alongside the region’s traditional age-statement bottles. The latest releases from Muriel Wines show how both styles complement one another – offering Rioja lovers more choice than ever before
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The new RiojaSponsored
Bodegas Ysios introduces Viñedo Singular Ysios Finca el Nogal as the winery celebrates 20 years
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Get to know TempranilloSponsored
Spain’s signature red grape is a versatile variety that’s used by winemakers across the country. Learn where and how it’s grown – and discover top wines to try.
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10 things you should know about RiojaSponsored
Promotional feature. From the grape varieties and sub-regions to classifications and celebrations, here’s our quick guide to the famous northern Spanish wine region of Rioja.
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First taste: Alvaro Palacios 2020 new releasesSarah Jane Evans MW tastes and rates the new vintages
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Great value Rioja with high scores: 12 to try'Rioja makes the best-value fine wines in the world'...
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Best new Spanish wines: 18 to tryVaried and dynamic winemaking steeped in tradition...
