Wine&Architecture Rioja

All admission fees
All tastings
Bottled mineral water
Duration: from 9am to 6pm
Lunch
Lunch
Guide services in English & wine expert
Hotel pick up and drop off
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Cutting edge architecture for wine lovers

A tour to explore the jaw-dropping architectural masterpieces of Rioja.


Architectural wineries in Rioja

You will gain a comprehensive overview of the range of architectural styles by visiting wineries that are very different from each other: the contrast of avant-garde, 15th-century cellars and state-of-the-art wineries is the best way to understand the diversity Rioja offers.

Wine and Architecture go hand and hand in Rioja. How does wine influence architecture?

Winemaking has influenced architecture throughout Rioja over hundreds of years. You will understand how and why.

The pioneer was Gustav Eiffel in 1890 followed by a number of renowned international architects including: Frank Gehry, Santiago Calatrava, Zaha Hadid, Iñaki Aspiazu and Philippe Mazierres.

As a result, Rioja wineries showcase a variety of architectural styles: from Art-Déco jewels to natural gravity-fed caves, contemporary building or avant-garde temples.

You will taste 10 wines in total.


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    Group tour 4 - 7 people
    310.00 €
    Private for 5 to 6 people
    360.00 €
    Private for 4 people
    380.00 €
    Private for 3 people
    400.00 €
    Private for 2
    420.00 €
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    • Wine and Architecture in Rioja
    • Art-Decó counter
    • Yuxtaposition of styles
    • 19th century wooden fermenters

    Other wine lovers' opinions on our Rioja wine tours

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    Mark Haft
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    I organized a Rioja trip for a group of 14, and the wine tour and eclipse viewing was THE highlight. We booked with Inma and Rioja Wine Trips and it could not have gone better. Inma took us to three different winemakers, each one distinct, each producing outstanding wine in a beautiful and genuinely interesting setting. Her knowledge is deep, but what stood out even more was her passion. She's excited about these wines and these growers, and that energy carried the whole group. The people who knew wine well and the ones who didn't were all equally thrilled. With a group this size, I needed the day to run smoothly, and it did. On top of the tour, Inma picked the perfect spot for us to watch the eclipse. Not crowded, quiet, and overlooking a stunning stretch of the valley. It was exactly what I was hoping for and better. If you want an authentic, insider Rioja experience, book with Inma and Rioja Wine Trips. Highly recommend.
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    Christina Block
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    Our group took the “Wine & Architecture Rioja - Group tour.” It was amazing! Inma was a superb host and guide. She gave us a very informative view of the Rioja region. We went to 3 bodegas that highlighted different approaches to the wine process. A large corporate-type bodega, a medium-sized bodega, and a family-owned one that explores and experiments with different varieties. All the wines were very tasty and the tour ended with a wonderful home-made lunch. I loved Inma’s knowledge and sweet demeanor that made this experience so memorable. If you are in the region, look for Inma. It is well worth it!
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    Florencia LaProgressiva
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    Our group had the best time! We went on a tour of several wineries and Inma provided such a rich history of the region and the wines. We ended the tour with a Rioja inspired lunch in a quaint town and had great conversation all the way back to our hotel. Highly recommended!!!
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    Bill
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    What a lovely tour. It was exactly what you could want from an introduction to Rioja. The exact tour we chose was the "Wine & Architecture Rioja - Group tour". For a max of 7 people. We were 6 people, and no-one else joined our tour that day. Inma was our guide and she was very knowledgeable and accommodating while still keeping us on track to pack in tastings at 3 wineries and a home made lunch in a quaint medieval town. My personal highlight was the tour and tasting at Marques de Riscal, which has been my favorite wine for many years and a large reason for my visit to Rioja. The visit was made complete with tours and tastings at an ultra modern winery, and an ancient family-run winery. I completely recommend Inma and imagine that you'll have a great time taking any of the tours available from Rioja Wine Trips.
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    John Foy
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    If you are ever in the Rioja region and want a quality tour and wine tasting….look no further! They have a number of options but we decided to do the Unusual Suspects tour - wine that is mainly sold in Spain or to high end restaurants. Wine that we could not source in the UK. Our guide was Inma who was absolutely superb and so knowledgeable. We visited 3 wine makers and tasted many outstanding wines, who were very generous with their time and pourings! We also had a very traditional Spanish lunch with a lovely red to pair. This is such a fantastic tour from start to finish. We were a group of 4 who all like wine, but this was by far the best tour and tasting we have ever done. Highly recommended.
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    Marc Taub
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    Spent 2 days with Mel. Incredible experience. Saw a wide range of wineries including wineries out of people’s homes and larger facilities. Basic “hole in the wall” wineries turned into spectacular wineries with fantastic views once we entered the door. We sat with the owners and winemakers and learned a lot. Along the way Mel taught us all about the region and the wine. He was a wealth of information. I would highly recommend using them and when we come back to the region, we certainly will.
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    Rachael Lindsay
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    We had a wonderful experience on the architecture wine tour. Our group visited four unique bodegas and learned about all stages of the wine making process, from seed to bottle. In typical La Rioja fashion, the wines that we tried were incredible. Inma was a great host. She’s super knowledgeable and fun. And the included lunch is so special! Delicious local cuisine in a really beautiful area. This tour was a highlight of our time in Basque Country - we highly recommend!
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    Ole I. Iversen
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    We had the pleasure of beeing guided by Rioja Wine Trips, visiting six wine makers a weekend in April 2026. This was an extra ordinary trip with a professional wine guide. I can definetly reccomend Inma an Rioja Wine Trips.
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    Jordan L
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    Inma provided us with a wonderful and unique experience, and it was the highlight of the trip. You can tell she is very thoughtful when planning your tour, and she cares about showing you the true culture of Rioja.
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    Rhonda Halarewich
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    We had an amazing experience with Rioja Wine Trips! We did the Unusual Suspects tour, guided by Inma, and discovered three incredible winemakers who are truly rewriting the rules—plus their fabulous wines. The tour felt personal and thoughtfully curated, with insider stories and moments you won’t find on a typical tour. Inma’s passion for Rioja, deep knowledge, and genuine connections with the winemakers made the experience extra special. We learned so much and had so much fun along the way. Highly recommend for anyone wanting an authentic, insider Rioja experience!

     

    Art & Wine marriage

    There are multiple examples of the marriage of wine and architecture in Rioja.

    What one may not expect is that those buildings blend in beautifully with the landscape, which just adds to La Rioja’s allure.

    However, it is difficult to describe without experiencing it first-hand, therefore we invite you to discover some jaw-dropping architectural wineries with us and understand them within their context.

    • 9am hotel pick up check pick up towns here
    • Stop at a vineyard to see the vines and explain the DOCa Rioja growing methods, climate, soils and wine classification systems
    • Guided tour and tasting of 3 wines at one of Rioja’s architectural masterpieces
    • Tasting of 4 fine wines at a contemporary architectural winery
    • Private guided tour and tasting of 3 wines at a 16th-century underground network of winemaking caves
    • Farm-to-table freshly-made lunch paired with 1 wine at our private entertainment room in a quaint medieval village . The dining room is perched up on a hill, just beneath a church and a 12th-century castle.
    • Walk
    • 6pm hotel drop off
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