La Rioja Alta is a premium winery located in the Rioja region of Spain. Established in 1890, the winery is one of the oldest and most respected producers of Rioja wines and is known for producing high-quality Tempranillo-based red wines. The winery is committed to traditional winemaking techniques and uses only estate-grown grapes to produce wines that reflect the unique terroir of the Rioja region.
La Rioja Alta has extensive vineyards in the Rioja region, which is known for its warm, dry growing season and cool, damp nights, which provide ideal conditions for growing premium quality grapes. The winemaking team at La Rioja Alta carefully selects the best grapes from the estate vineyards to produce its wines.
La Rioja Alta is best known for its Tempranillo-based red wines, which are known for their depth of flavor, rich fruit character, and firm tannins. The winery's red wines are typically aged in American oak barrels for several years to add depth and complexity to the wines. In addition to its red wines, La Rioja Alta also produces a small selection of white wines and rosé wines.
La Rioja Alta is a member of the prestigious "La Rioja Alta Guild," which is dedicated to preserving the traditional winemaking techniques of the Rioja region. The winery is open to the public for tastings and tours and is a popular destination for wine lovers visiting the Rioja region of Spain. The winery also has a wine club, offering members exclusive access to limited production wines and special events.