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Published: 13 December, 2018
Rioja’s Viñedos Singulares classification is a major step towards elevating the region’s status, writes Tim Atkin MW.
Rioja’s Consejo Regulador is the oldest in Spain, a body that owes its existence to a Royal Decree, no less, of October 22, 1926. From the start, the Consejo’s mandate included the right to take legal measures against “usurpers and counterfeiters of the Rioja brand”, as well as to issue production seals, demarcate the region and decide on its future direction.
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Published: 10 December, 2018
This year’s Shop Rioja initiative delivered a collective sales uplift of 81% during October for the 61 retailers taking part, with Highbury Vintners and Hennings Wine taking top spot.
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Published: 21 November, 2018
Raul Diaz, Bar 44 and Corks Out were some of the big winners at last night’s Rioja Recognises awards, which singles out the top ambassadors flying the flag for Spain’s flagship wine region.
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Published: 30 October, 2018
Viña Pomal has unveiled a new wine positioned as a classic Rioja with a modern style.
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Published: 25 October, 2018
Pol Roger Portfolio has announced it will be distributing the wines of Spanish producer Bodegas Artadi, bringing the full range to the UK from November 1.
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Published: 09 October, 2018
The Wine Scholar Guild has added a Spain specific programme to its portfolio of scholarships developed for wine educators.
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Published: 03 October, 2018
Rueda DO has revealed a new corporate identity as part of its strategy to create a ‘strong and modern’ image for the region.
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Published: 27 September, 2018
Ehrmanns has partnered with Rioja winery Bodegas Palacio to become the exclusive UK distributor of the Glorioso and Cosme Palacio brands.
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Published: 20 September, 2018
Ehrmanns has boosted its Iberian portfolio by partnering with boutique Txakoli producers, Astobiza Estate.
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Published: 11 September, 2018
Harpers is once again partnering with Rioja 10x10, bringing yet great opportunity to discover of Rioja’s top wines and key trends.
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Published: 04 September, 2018
Our brand new website for Harpers Wine Stars has launched, making it easier than ever to be in with a chance of grabbing one of our fantastic buyer-focused awards.
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Published: 04 September, 2018
La Junta of Castile and León – the governing body of Castile and León, is gearing up for the launch of a new international event aimed at highlighting the potential of the different terroirs and ecosystems of the Ribera de Duero DO.
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Published: 28 August, 2018
Armit Wines has announced it will be releasing Torre de Oña Martelo 2014 from Torre de Oña next month.
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Published: 15 August, 2018
Friarwood Fine Wines has announced it is expanding its Spanish portfolio with an exclusive selection from winemaker Carlos Moro.
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Published: 03 August, 2018
Milestone Wines is looking to add two further agencies to the business, its new director of agency sales has said.
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Bar 44 Bristol
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Independent wine retailers have a last chance to enter Shop Rioja and win £1,000 towards new listings of the Spanish region's wines.
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The DOQ Priorat co-operative, La Vinícola del Priorat has launched a new series of village-classified wines under the region's, "Vi de Vila" system.
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On the back of World Cup fever, Marqués de la Concordia has announced a three-year sponsorship agreement with the country’s national team.
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Field, Morris & Verdin (FMV), the in-house UK trade arm of Berry Bros & Rudd (BB&R), has signed a deal as the exclusive UK distributor of Galician producer Rafael Palacios.
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