The Spanish château of the 21st century

Exclusive wine experiences at Bodegas Marqués de Riscal in La Rioja, Spain

Throughout its history, Marqués de Riscal has always been an innovating, pioneering cellar and reference in a constantly changing winemaking sector. Founded in 1858 in Elciego, Álava, today we can be found in more than 110 countries to which we export more than 65% of our production.

Iconic Winery in La Rioja

The Marqués de Riscal city of Wine, located in Elciego (Álava), offers experiences of exploring the history of the bodega. Since its foundation in 1858 to nowadays, get the chance to enjoy the wine through the use of all five senses.

To delve into this journey through time, the visitors can make their way to the heart of this complex, the Plaza del Reloj (Square of the Sun Dial). From there, you will be able to see the Original Bodega, which was built in 1860, where the treasures of Marqués de Riscal are kept, the Bottle cellar for ancient wines.

Next, you can visit the first enlargement of the bodega, a building dating from 1883 constructed in the Bordeaux style and known as El Palomar (the Dovecote) where these days the company’s premium wines are made.

Finally, the last visual impact will hit you from above, where, contrasting with the tradition of the various different sandstone buildings, you can distinguish the avant-garde style of the 21st century of the Hotel Marqués de Riscal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, designed by the renowned architect, Frank O. Gehry.

The more sensory part is rounded off by the Caudalie vinotherapy spa, the fine dining restaurant under the watchful eye of the top Riojan chef, Francis Paniego, a conference center and the winery’s visitors center with the souvenir and gift shop.

 

Key features

  • Standard wine tasting
  • Exceptional wine tasting
  • Cellar visit
  • Vineyards visit
  • Organic wines
  • Wine for sale on property
  • Wine shipping available
  • Gift shop
  • Michelin *
  • Wine pairing available
  • Accommodation available
  • View more

Why book with Wine Paths?