La Rioja, Argentina as a Wine Region
Country: Argentina
Argentina as a Wine Country
Capital: Buenos Aires
Currency: Argentine Peso
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Shop our top rated wine from Argentina Now fifth in the world for wine production, Argentina is catching up in the quality wine sector. A long time wine producer, Argentina used to make wine in order to drink it, not export it. And so the wines produced were quaffable and rustic and made for the local's everyday dinner. Yet it's hard not to get caught up in the wine market of the world and some winemakers decided it was time for Argentina to show their stuff. Better winemaking technology was brought in, new winemaking techniques were learned and good viticulture practices flourished. The result? World-class wines with unique style and variety. Notable Facts Unlike its Chilean neighbor, Argentina's vineyards are spread out around the country. The best known region is Mendoza, almost parallel to Santiago to the west. Mendoza contains the sub-regions of Maipu (pronounced MY-pu) and San Rafael. Grape-wise, the most important white is Chardonnay, making wine similar to California'a style on the variety. Another fun white grape to try is Torrontes. Almost only grown in Argentina, Torrontes makes wines that are crisp, aromatic and easy-drinking. Some of the best versions of this wine come from the northern region of Salta, with very high altitude vineyards. As for the reds, Cabernet Sauvignon is the main grape for many wines leaving the country, but Malbec, the grape Argentinians like to call their own, makes very distinctive wines that are structured, dense and velvety. Many more varieties happily grow in the country, but for export, and consistent quality, these are the primary grapes.
Wines from La Rioja Region
| Wine | £ |
|---|---|
| 2008 Torrontez, Bodegas Tapiz, Famatina Valley, La Rioja The Tapiz wines come from the Fincas Patagonicas, one of the most technologically advanced.. | 10.00 |
| Viña Ardanza Rioja Reserva 2000 La Rioja Alta La Rioja Alta is one of the very best Rioja bodegas. This wine is made from a specific vin.. | 17.00 |
| La Rioja Alta Gran Reserva 904 1995 "The 1995 Gran Reserva 904 exhibits an aged appearance belying its vibrant perfume of.. | 25.00 |
| 2008 Torrontez, Bodegas Tapiz, Famatina Valley, La Rioja The Tapiz wines come from the Fincas Patagonicas, one of the most technologically advanced.. | 9.99 |
| Fantasia, Torrontes, Mauicio Lorca, Mendoza Mauricio Lorca has most of his vineyards in the Uco Valley of Mendoza. Here concentration .. | 10.99 |
Subregions in La Rioja
| Region |
|---|
| Famatina Valley |
| La Rioja Province |
Hotels on map
| Hotel | £ |
|---|---|
| Casa Isabel .. | 50.00 |
| HOTEL BALNEARIO TERMAEUROPA ARNEDILLO Hotel Spa Arnedillo . Located in a natural environment tucked in alongside the mountain.. | 101.00 |
| Las Pedrolas In 2002 a complete restoration and renovation was made to this 18th century building, s.. | 83.00 |
| Río Zambullón .. | 69.00 |
| Gassedat .. | 371.00 |
| PALACIO AZCARATE Come and experience the old world atmosphere of a Palace built in 1750 and recently ren.. | 71.00 |
| HOSTERIA DEL MONASTERIO DE SAN MILLAN A new 4 star hotel held its grand opening in 1995. The Hostera del Monasterio de San Mi.. | 46.00 |
| La Facultad Casa de nueva construccin en un entorno de bosques del valle del Najerilla, a slo 27 ki.. | 52.00 |
| La Posada de San Millán Casa de reciente construccin al estilo tradicional situada en las antiguas huertas del .. | 27.00 |
| Casa Ugarte Sobre un antiguo pajar de principios del siglo XX se levant este alojamiento rural de d.. | 29.00 |
| Casa Tila .. | 46.00 |
| La Carpintería del Abuelo .. | 232.00 |
| Hotel La Casa del Cofrade La Casa del Cofrade, a new charming Hotel, located inside the facilities of a Bodega: B.. | 52.00 |
| Conde de Badaran The Hotel Conde of Badaran, placed close to the village of Badarn, has a great view to .. | 55.00 |
| Mirador de Moncalvillo It is close to beautiful spots such as the Iregua river Valley and the Leza river Canyo.. | 74.00 |
| Hotel Real Casona de las Amas Real Casona de las Amas is a signature hotel, located in a XVII Century, small palace t.. | 139.00 |
| Hotel San Camilo LA RIOJA Hotel San Camilo offers its services to the pilgrims of the most famous tourist route i.. | 46.00 |
| HOTEL VILLAMARCILLA To offer our customers the most modern facilities in a pleasant and welcoming. To achie.. | 111.00 |
| Parador de Santo Domingo Bernardo de Fresneda The Parador School is in the convent of San Francisco, 800 metres from the historic cen.. | 74.00 |
| Parador de Santo Domingo de la Calzada The Parador is in a 12th century former hospital next to the Cathedral, built by Saint .. | 148.00 |
| Casa Jacobea .. | 46.00 |
| Hotel Las Gaunas Las Gaunas hotel is placed close to Las Gaunas Football Stadium, only 700 metres far aw.. | 41.00 |
| Husa Bracos Hotel overview Husa Bracos hotel is located in the heart of the commercial and historic.. | 47.00 |
| Condes de Haro This modern building is located in the centre of Logroo, very near to both the commerci.. | 59.00 |
| HOTEL MARQUES DE VALLEJO Situated at the historical and cultural centre of the city of Logroo,this emblematic bu.. | 65.00 |
| HOTEL PORTALES A recently opened newly built hotel offering cosy, avant-garde accommodation in Logroos.. | 59.00 |
| Hotel F&G Logroño The F and G Logrono Hotel is a modern, stylish hotel located right in the heart of Logr.. | 55.00 |
| AC La Rioja Hotel in La Rioja, which is newly-built and located in an area that is in expansion, cl.. | 64.00 |
| Zenit Logrono Located in a calm area in the Cantabria Industrial State, 1,5 km from the city-centre. .. | 41.00 |
| Hotel Ciudad de Cenicero Hotel Ciudad de Cenicero is located in the heart of Rioja Alta. You will be surrounded .. | 55.00 |
| El Vergel .. | 74.00 |
| Torre Fuerte .. | 104.00 |
| Los Colmenares .. | 51.00 |
| Antigua Bodega de Don Cosme de Palacio Centenarian bodega located in the capital of the Rioja Alavesa, in which Cosme Palacio .. | 107.00 |
