A visit to one of the wineries that has decisively shaped Rioja’s modern history. Above, Contino’s winemaker Jorge Navascués. See also Ferran’s background to this centenary and his reviews of singular wines, wines over €25 and wines under €25.
Historically, one could argue that Finca Ygay was the first true vino de finca in Rioja, Bordeaux-inspired in style and established in the mid 19th century. However, in more recent history, there are two clear pioneers of the château-style concept in Rioja: Contino and Remelluri.
For that reason, within this series of tastings marking Rioja’s centenary, a visit to...
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