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Varieties

Rioja grape varieties you should know

Discover the main grapes of Rioja and how each one defines the style, aroma and personality of its wines.

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Origin

The three winegrowing areas of Rioja: Alta, Alavesa and Oriental

Discover the key factors that shape the taste, aroma and diversity of Rioja wines. From grape varieties and terroir to

Rioja Wine Academy

23 Apr, 2026

Control Board

DOCa Rioja explained: The role of the Rioja Control Board in quality and tradition

Discover how the Rioja Control Board safeguards the authenticity, quality, and reputation of Spain’s first DOCa, from vineyard control to bottle certification.

Rioja Wine Academy

07 Apr, 2026

Varieties

Rioja grape varieties you should know

Discover the main grapes of Rioja and how each one defines the style, aroma and personality of its wines.

Rioja Wine Academy

26 Mar, 2026

Wine types

Sparkling Rioja: Discover the new face of Rioja wines

Explore sparkling Rioja (Espumoso de Calidad de Rioja DOCa): how it's made, its ageing categories, grape varieties and why it represents a new era of innovation in Rioja wines.

Rioja Wine Academy

11 Mar, 2026

Tasting

What impacts the taste of Rioja wine?

Discover the key factors that shape the taste, aroma and diversity of Rioja wines. From grape varieties and terroir to oak ageing, climate and time in bottle.

Rioja Wine Academy

09 Mar, 2026

Wine types Origin

Understanding Rioja wine classifications

Learn how Rioja classifies its wines by geography and origin, from regional zones to “Vino de Pueblo” and “Viñedo Singular”. Discover how Rioja’s unique system protects provenance, diversity, and authenticity.

Rioja Wine Academy

06 Mar, 2026

Origin

The three winegrowing areas of Rioja: Alta, Alavesa and Oriental

Discover the key factors that shape the taste, aroma and diversity of Rioja wines. From grape varieties and terroir to oak ageing, climate and time in bottle.

Rioja Wine Academy

04 Mar, 2026

Wine types Wine terms

How to read a Rioja label: joven, crianza, reserva and gran reserva

Learn to identify on the Rioja label and back label the ageing category (joven, crianza, reserva, gran reserva), the vintage and other key mentions such as area, village or singular vineyard.

Rioja Wine Academy

02 Mar, 2026

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