Armit releases ‘crown jewel’ Rioja

Armit Wines has announced the release of the third Gran Reserva from La Rioja Alta SA - Viña Arana Gran Reserva 2012, making La Rioja Alta one of only a few wineries in the region to have three Gran Reserva wines on the market.

ARAEX brings ‘super-premium’ focus to Rioja Alavesa

Spanish wine group ARAEX Grands has unveiled a €300 Rioja from Alavesa in a move to create an iconic wine from the sub-region.

Hallgarten adds Bodegas Resalte de Peñafiel to Spanish portfolio

Hallgarten & Novum Wines has added Ribera del Duero producer Bodegas Resalte de Peñafiel to its Spanish portfolio.  

Amathus strengthens Priorat and Montsant

Amathus Drinks has expanded its Spanish portfolio with the addition of two new Catalonian producers: Celler l’Encastell from Priorat and Celler Masroig from Montsant.

Wines from Spain announces 2019 tasting programme

Wines from Spain has said 59 “leading importers and exporters” will present their Spanish wine portfolios to the UK trade and press at its annual tasting at London’s Sky Garden on 7 March.

Justerini & Brooks to distribute Bodegas y Viñedos Raúl Pérez in UK

Justerini & Brooks has added Bodegas y Viñedos Raúl Pérez to its portfolio.

Wines from Spain turns focus on biodynamic and organic

Wines from Spain has revealed it is adding a green twist to its annual tasting this year with a planned focus on the country’s organic and sustainable winemaking.

Q&A: Meritxell Juvé, chief executive, Juvé & Camps

Unlocking Rioja’s potential

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.

Highbury Vintners and Hennings Wine win Shop Rioja

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.

Rioja picks its leading lights for night of celebration

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.

Viña Pomal unveils classic Rioja with a modern twist

Viña Pomal has unveiled a new wine positioned as a classic Rioja with a modern style.

Artadi joins Pol Roger

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.

The Wine Scholar Guild adds Spanish programme to scholarship portfolio

The Wine Scholar Guild has added a Spain specific programme to its portfolio of scholarships developed for wine educators.

Rueda DO reveals new corporate identity to ‘reassert’ the brand

Rueda DO has revealed a new corporate identity as part of its strategy to create a ‘strong and modern’ image for the region.

Ehrmanns further expands Spanish portfolio with Bodegas Palacio

Ehrmanns has partnered with Rioja winery Bodegas Palacio to become the exclusive UK distributor of the Glorioso and Cosme Palacio brands.

Ehrmanns boosts Iberian menu with Astobiza Estate

Ehrmanns has boosted its Iberian portfolio by partnering with boutique Txakoli producers, Astobiza Estate.

Rioja 10x10 to make a triumphant return

Harpers is once again partnering with Rioja 10x10, bringing yet great opportunity to discover of Rioja’s top wines and key trends.

Harpers Wine Stars goes live online

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.

La Junta of Castile and León gears up for first Duero International Wine Fest

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.