Rioja is one of the great wine regions of the world, with a history that spans many centuries. Here you find hilltop villages with narrow cobbled streets within medieval walls and, in the vineyards, evidence of winemaking that dates back to the Romans. Today, alongside those traditions, some of the most radical architecture – and winemaking – flourishes. Rioja, ancient and modern combined, is fascinating for its towns, its people, its fabulous festivals, and above all for its wines.

Everything you need to know about Rioja and its wines

• Wine history and geography
• Rioja classifications explained
• The best villages and wineries to visit
• Where to eat and where to stay
• Wine routes for day trippers and weekenders
• Where the winemakers dine

The Smart Traveller’s Wine Guide: a series of regional guides for the wine-curious

• Weight 0.32 kg
• Dimensions 115 x 178 mm