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What makes the wineries in Rioja so compelling is the setting: a sheltered valley divided into Rioja Alta, Alavesa and Oriental, with producers turning Tempranillo, Garnacha, Graciano and Viura into Reserva and Gran Reserva Tempranillo aged in American and French oak. Most are just outside Rioja and open year-round. Whether you want a quick wine tasting near you or an immersive winery experience, Rioja delivers at every pace.

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What travellers says about Rioja Wineries

Luis
Luis December 21, 2025
Excellent, and I don't like wine Fantastic! I was given the bottle as a gift. We're not wine drinkers, we don't really like wine, but this is on another level. It's like a dry ham and then...
Bo-Göte and Kristina
Bo-Göte and Kristina October 30, 2021
We enjoyed the visit at this small winery, and Barbara's presentation. Back in Sweden after 30 days of travelling, and lot of memories and a lot of photos J. We want to thank you for helping us with the booking at Bárbara...

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I travel to Rioja wine region by air?

Logroño-Agoncillo Airport (RJL) is the closest airport to the heart of the Rioja wine region; however, this airport is very small and only two companies fly here, Iberia and Air Nostrum.
Another practical airport you could fly to is Vitoria (VIT) which is about 65.4 km away from wineries in Rioja.
More international flights arrive to Bilbao Airport(BIO), which is 114.4 km.

How can I travel to Rioja wine region by car?

Travelling by car is the best way to reach wineries in Rioja and take advantage of the natural beauties of the region. You can easily get to wineries in Rioja from Madrid and Barcelona. From Madrid you can follow the A2/N111 highways north and east for about 3.5 hours. Driving from Barcelona takes a bit longer but it can be an amazing journey through Spain. 
A great way to get to many wineries in Rioja is to follow one of the three official wine routes in the region. Each wine route is dedicated to one Rioja appellation: Ruta del Vino de Rioja Alavesa, Ruta del Vino Rioja Alta and Ruta del Vino Rioja Oriental.

How can I travel to Rioja wine region by train?

The fastest option to reach wineries in Rioja by train is to travel with a Renfe service from Barcelona or Madrid. The journey takes more or less 3.5 to 4.5 hours from those two cities to Logroño. Some trains directly arrive in Logroño, while others require a connection in Zaragoza.

The best season to visit wineries in Rioja

If you want to be captivated by the green vineyards, summer is the best time to visit the wineries in Rioja. You can also enjoy some pretty warm weather all year round while sipping delicious wine from the Rioja wine region. But if you are more into witnessing the harvesting season and want to have a first-hand experience of picking the grapes with your bare hands, fall is the perfect season!
Even during the harsh winter, wineries in Rioja have much more to offer. You can taste their last vintages during this time and take part in winter sports activities like skiing.

What are wineries in Rioja like?

Wineries in Rioja are a real treat to all wine lovers around the world, and can be described as:

  • Sustainable and ecological
  • Family-owned and historical wineries
  • Surrounded by incredible landscapes
  • Wineries combining traditional and modern equipment to create high quality wines
  • Innovative 

The most common grape varieties and styles of wines produced in Rioja

Wineries in Rioja produce their wines as blends of various grape varieties.
The most common grapes used in wine production in Rioja are:

  • Tempranillo (42%)
  • Rioja Red Blend (42%)
  • Garnacha
  • Malvasia

Language tips to visit Rioja

If you visit wineries in Rioja, here are some language tips you might found useful:

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What are the best wineries to visit in Rioja?

These are the best wineries to visit in Rioja:

Which wineries in Rioja have restaurants?

Which wineries in Rioja have accommodation services such as apartments, hotel or a B&B?

How do you visit Rioja wineries?

Most of the wineries in Rioja are located in the wine regions in the countryside. The best way to prepare a visit to a winery in Rioja is to book your visit in advance on our website.

Which are the best wineries to visit in Rioja during my holiday or vacation?

The best wineries to visit during your holiday or vacation to Rioja are:

Which wineries in Rioja have cellar door sales?

These wineries in Rioja have cellar door sales:

Which wineries in Rioja are open to the public?

These wineries in Rioja are open to the public with booking in advance:

Are there any small & boutique wineries to visit in Rioja?

This is our selection of small & boutique wineries in Rioja that you can visit:

What are the best family wineries to visit in Rioja?

These are the best family wineries in Rioja that you can visit:

Are there any wineries near Logroño, Miranda de Ebro or Haro?

Use our interactive Rioja Wine Region winery map to browse wineries near Logroño, Miranda de Ebro and Haro.

What do wineries in Rioja offer?

Wineries in Rioja have a series of facilities available for visitors to make the most of their visit.
Most wineries in Rioja have a reduced mobility access, a parking dedicated to busses for groups, activities for kids and allow pet-owners to bring their animals.
Almost all wineries in Rioja have cellar door sales, which give visitors the possibility to buy their favourite wines from the Rioja wine region.
A very few wineries have a restaurant or a hotel. For more information, scroll down to our FAQ section and found out the wineries that offer these services.