The second tasting held in honour of Rioja’s 100th anniversary brought together a large number of very good wines. It was a more eclectic selection than the first, which focused solely on wines showcasing a single place or minority variety. This tasting showcased both classic wines with pronounced tertiary profiles alongside...
Rioja at 100 – wines above €25
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Plus a selection of top-quality wines made at sufficient scale that they can be found the world over. Above, Juan Valdelana, winemaker at Bodegas Valdelana, with one of their ancient vines. See also Rioja at 100 – a personal look, singular wines and wines below €25.
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