TUESDAY | JANUARY 20TH | $35 | 630PM – 8:00PM | RAY’S EVENT SPACE MEQUON
Come discover why Rioja remains one of the most celebrated wine regions in the world at this focused, educational tasting at Ray’s Mequon. We’ll explore the heritage, winemaking traditions, and terroir that defines Rioja—Spain’s iconic region for expressive, age-worthy reds—while also branching out to a few standout Spanish appellations that showcase the country’s remarkable diversity!
From Tempranillo-driven classics to modern expressions shaped by oak, elevation and vineyard age, this class will guide you through the history, geography and craftsmanship behind Rioja’s most renowned styles. Alongside Rioja, we’ll pour wines from other key Spanish regions to highlight how the climate, soil and technique shapes Spain’s wide-ranging wine identity.
Whether you’re a longtime Rioja fan or curious to expand your Spanish wine knowledge, this session offers an approachable look at one of the world’s great wine cultures—tasted the Ray’s way.
Wines to be poured:
- Bodegas Hermanos Peciña 2021 Rioja Blanco 2021
- Alegre Valgañón Rioja Blanco 2023
- Luberri Rioja "Orlegi" Joven 2023
- Ostatu Rioja "Escobal" 2021
- Luberri Rioja "Biga" Crianza 2021
- Bodegas Hermanos Peciña Rioja Reserva 2016
- Bodegas Hermanos Peciña Rioja Gran Reserva 2014
- R. López de Heredia Rioja "Viña Tondonia" Reserva 2012
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