Rioja
Rioja appears in 6 articles of hers, from 2023 to 2026.
In her words
Begonia Rioja effortlessly captures the essence of fruitfulness and boasts all the beloved characteristics of a Rioja, without any overwhelming heaviness or oak, with ripe red fruit, spice, smooth and round.
This particular Rioja is a medium-bodied red wine with juicy black cherry fruit and earthy notes of leather and coconut.
Rioja has a long-standing tradition of being served alongside tapas in Spain and comes from the Tempranillo grape.
This allows Rioja to pair well with different types of tapas, adapting to the flavours and textures of the dishes.
From her archive
Articles
Is This One of the Best Steaks in the Basque Country? | Casa Julián Tolosa
I’ve eaten a lot of steak. But the one we had at Casa Julián in Tolosa, Basque Country, is going to be difficult to forget. If you’re visiting San Sebastián and love…
21 September 2026 · 3 min read
How to Identify Old Vine Wines on a Bottle Label & Why Old Vine Wines Matter More Than Ever
Discover what old vine wines are, why some of the world's oldest vineyards produce such distinctive wines, and how to identify genuine old vine wines on a bottle…
11 June 2026 · 6 min read
Why did the Freshfields International Women’s Day event work so well?
Why did the Freshfields International Women’s Day event work so well? I’ve been thinking about this since hosting it last month, because on paper it could have gone…
10 March 2026 · 2 min read
Discovering Corney & Barrow Wine Merchants: Affordable Luxury in Wine
As one of the UK's oldest independent wine merchants, Corney & Barrow has an impressive 240-year legacy in the world of fine wines. But let'
18 December 2023 · 3 min read
June's Picks: The Finest Wines to Savour
Oh, how I've savoured some incredible wines this June! From cherished classics to exciting new finds, here's a tantalizing lineup that's bou
29 June 2023 · 3 min read
World Tapas Day: My Wine Recommendation
A traditional Spanish appetiser that goes perfectly with wine. But which wine should you drink with Tapas?
15 June 2023 · 1 min read
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