Rioja Oriental Spain’s largest sub-region, and also its newest wine appellation (2018), the Rioja Oriental (Eastern Rioja) has been undergoing a winemaking transformation the past several years as a new generation of winemakers have sought to reclaim the long abandoned higher ground, bringing about a rebirth of the native Garnacha grape. Orginally known as the…
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Escaping to Navarra
Where To Stay in the Kingdom of Navarra Hotel Churrut There are a number of small, charming boutique hotels in Navarra where one can get away for a few days a peace and quiet, yet still be close to the action. One of our first discoveries a few years ago was this delightful 18-century family home…