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#### [The barrel in Rioja: tradition and innovation](https://blog.riojawineacademy.com/en/the-barrel-in-rioja-tradition-and-innovation)

 Discover how ageing in oak barrels define the style of Rioja wines. History, types of barrels, toasting and new practices.

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