Rioja
Old vines, architectural wineries, and the Spain that endures.
Rioja sits at the intersection of tradition and bold modernity — ancient Tempranillo vineyards alongside wineries designed by Gehry, Calatrava, and Zaha Hadid. The Basque country is an hour's drive. The food and wine conversation here is among Europe's most interesting.
The Experience
Private tasting at a boutique bodega with vines over 100 years old
Pintxos and wine evening in San Sebastián's old town
Architectural tour of the Marqués de Riscal Frank Gehry winery hotel
Guided old vine Tempranillo tasting across the three sub-regions
“Rioja rewards those who look carefully — behind the famous labels are families farming land their great-grandparents knew. That continuity is the wine's truest ingredient.”
— Anthony Clemenza
Some places change how you see the world. This is one of them. I keep coming back because there's always something new to discover.
— Anthony
A Glimpse
Your Days
Day 1
Arrival in Haro
Settle into the wine capital of Rioja. Evening pintxos and wine walk through the Barrio de la Estación.
Day 2
Old Vines
Visit a boutique bodega with centenarian vines. Guided tasting across the three Rioja sub-regions.
Day 3
Architecture & Wine
Tour the Frank Gehry winery hotel. Afternoon in San Sebastián for pintxos and txakoli.
Day 4
Basque Country
Full day in San Sebastián — market visit, cooking class, and farewell dinner at a Michelin-starred restaurant.
Day 5
Departure
Morning transfer through the Basque mountains with final vineyard stop.
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