Rioja for the Wine Professionals

Two Rioja wines have reached the pinnacle in the latest Rioja 2025 report by Wine Advocate, earning a perfect 100 points: Quiñón de Valmira 2023 – Álvaro Palacios Las Beatas 2021 – Telmo Rodríguez With Kalamity 2023 by Oxer Bastegieta scoring 99 points and 77 Rioja wines earning 95+ points, this is a remarkable recognition of Rioja’s excellence and diversity. Beyond the scores, the report highlights Rioja’s commitment to its terroir (Vino de Pueblo) and ongoing efforts to protect and preserve its ancient vineyards. The future of Rioja has never looked brighter! ✨ Learn more at the link in our bio.

It rolls especially well off the tongue if you go with “Un Rioja Crianza.”

🌟 Rioja Kicks Off Its Centennial Celebrations in the U.S.! 🍷 The @Snestahotels Global Table launch and @SOBEWFF Rioja Centenary Dinner marked the official beginning of Rioja’s 100-year celebration in the U.S. These incredible events gathered top media, VIP trade, and passionate wine lovers, setting the stage for a year of unforgettable moments. As we celebrate a century as a Designation of Origin, we are proud to have Sonesta Hotels and FIU as strategic partners, helping us share Rioja’s legacy. And this is just the beginning—stay tuned for more exciting news and events ahead! 🥂

They’ve been waiting for spring, too. Aged for a minimum of two years, Rioja’s Crianzas capture stunningly sophisticated red-fruit flavors and subtle spice, perfect for basking in the beauty of the season.