Seeing is not the same as looking, nor is drinking the same as tasting… On this tour you will learn the keys to appreciating a good wine like an archaeologist does, who discovers hidden treasures.
Wine culture allows us to perceive the authentic value of Rioja from another perspective. It is a parallel universe between conventional wine tourism and history, a reality that is experienced only with a local guide and who will help you better appreciate the wines.
A wine region with more than 500 bottling wineries generates some uncertainty when choosing a visit. Amelí Rioja Tours carries out an exhaustive search, management and updated information work, a selection of signature wineries and wines that do not appear in travel guides, so that your tour is a success.
On your personalized wine tour by Amelí Rioja tours you will learn about the history of Rioja wine and the DOCa and you will be able to visit both its large century-old wineries, as well as signature wineries with their own vineyards or garage wineries. You will tour the wine landscapes, with archaeological remains within the estates, you will visit winery neighborhoods and underground cellars excavated in the houses of medieval towns.
The new wine architectures reflect a deep knowledge of winemaking techniques and are based on winemaking from a current vision. The so-called wine cathedrals are designed by world-renowned architects such as: Phillipe Maziéres, Frank Ghery, Santiago Calatrava, Zaha Hadid,…
During the visits you will have accredited information regarding vintages, renowned brands, unknown wines, single native varietals, ratings from prescribers… You can buy wines for your personal consumption, take them with you or have them delivered to your home.
This is the wine tour for those who love to enjoy the traditions, parties and lifestyle of Spain. For those who want to learn and share time without rushing, savoring the flavor of wine at its origin, in La Rioja, the land where great wines are born.