Wine tourism in Spain is in vogue

Wine tourism in Spain is all the rage. Spain is the country with the largest surface area of vineyards in the world and has more than 60 designations of origin, making it the perfect destination for wine lovers. La Rioja, Ribera del Duero, Rías Baixas, Priorat or Somontano are some of the most outstanding wine regions in our country. Wine tourism, also known as wine tourism, is essential for getting to know these places in depth. Their cultures, landscapes, architecture and gastronomy are completely linked to the wine product, the guiding thread of quality tourism, which shares the products of the land and the traditions of the rural environment with innovative proposals. Over the years, wine tourism in La Rioja has become increasingly important. More and more travellers are looking for a good enogastronomic offer. According to data from the last year, wine tourism has been chosen mainly by couples and groups of friends, gaining great popularity among those looking for authentic experiences. La Rioja is one of the regions with the highest wine production in Spain. Although it is a very small region, the variety of climates, soils and cultures attracts all travellers looking to discover places of charm and natural beauty. Following the pandemic, visitor numbers have increased considerably, heading towards 2019 numbers.

La Rioja, the wine region

La Rioja Alta, presided over by the Toloño, Cantabria and La Demanda mountain ranges and bathed by the Ebro River, is the westernmost area of the DOCa Rioja. Its Atlantic climate and the great variety of soils is the main characteristic of the localities it covers, housing, among many other things, the largest concentration of centenary wineries in Spain. The lands of La Rioja Oriental, in the east of the region, are unique for the cultivation of vines and offer the opportunity to taste some of the best wines in the world. In addition, the region has numerous rural lodgings and restaurants offering typical dishes of Rioja gastronomy, such as roast lamb, Rioja potatoes and Rioja chorizo sausage. Rioja Alavesa is the smallest area in the designation of origin, extending only 300 kilometres. Its rural wine tourism resources combine with the innovative architecture that characterises the wineries and buildings in the 18 towns and villages it encompasses. Wherever you visit, we are sure you will find an infinite number of wine tourism experiences for your trip: from visiting hundred-year-old wineries and tasting their products to staying among the vineyards or going on blind tastings.