The World's Best Vineyard award recognition for Marqués de Riscal, highlighting its status as a top global wine tourism destination in Rioja, Spain.

Experience the ‘City of Wine’ at Marqués de Riscal, recently named the World’s Best Vineyard in 2024. This guide explores the historic 1860 cellars, the iconic Frank Gehry-designed titanium hotel, and the prestigious viticulture of Rioja Alavesa. Learn about their pioneering winemaking process, from their signature Reservas to the avant-garde Barón de Chirel, and discover why this estate is the gold standard for luxury wine tourism in Spain

Close-up view of the avant-garde Frank Gehry-designed facade at Marqués de Riscal winery, featuring flowing pink, gold, and silver titanium ribbons.

Marqués de Riscal capped a dominant performance from Spanish wineries by claiming top spot in the World’s Best Vineyards 2024. By Martin Green, Decanter.com Marqués de Riscal had finished second in the World’s Best Vineyards in 2021, 2022 and 2023, but the Rioja producer finally claimed first place at Monday night’s awards ceremony. It was … Read more