Arabako Errioxa / Rioja Alavesa, Wine region in Álava Province, Spain.
Rioja Alavesa is a wine-producing region in Álava that stretches between the Sierra de Cantabria mountains and the Ebro River, dotted with vineyards and historic settlements. Fifteen municipalities form the territory, each maintaining its medieval character and traditional wine production heritage.
The region contains archaeological evidence from the Late Neolithic period, including mass graves that reveal early conflict in European prehistory. This archaeological record shows the land has been inhabited and contested for thousands of years.
Local winemaking traditions are deeply rooted in village life, with underground cellars dug beneath homes and streets serving as gathering places where families maintain centuries-old production methods.
The region connects fifteen municipalities through well-maintained roads, with Laguardia serving as the main hub for visitors to access different parts of the territory. You can easily move between villages to explore vineyards and underground cellars throughout the area.
The limestone-rich soil combined with altitude between 400 and 600 meters produces wines with higher acidity and fuller body compared to neighboring wine regions. These natural conditions create a distinctive flavor profile that sets the local wines apart.
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