Sip into springtime with Rioja.
Explore fresh pairings that go perfectly with the season.
ENJOY THE FRESH FEELING OF SPRING TO THE FULLEST. MEET THE PAIRINGS THAT BRING THE BEST OUT OF SEASONAL MOMENTS, FROM OUTDOOR GATHERINGS TO FARMERS’ MARKET VISITS.
Discover Rioja wines that capture spring in a glass, spanning across lighter reds, vibrant rosés, and refreshing whites.
ART NIGHTS WITH LIGHTER RIOJA REDS
When the spring weather is still working its way to warm, that’s the perfect time to get your creative (and grape) juices flowing. Whether you enjoy a relaxing night of sketching or a painting party with friends, these three shades of Rioja reds will make excellent collaborators.
To become even more of a virtuoso, you can be sommelier of the season. By taking the Rioja Wine Academy’s free online courses, you’ll discover the true range of artistic potential, learning the influence of terroir, grape varieties, techniques, and more.
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FARMERS’ MARKET PAIRINGS + RIOJA ROSÉS
Nothing hits the spot like strolling through a farmers’ market on a spring morning, other than enjoying these pairings on a spring evening. A lot of what you can find at a farmers’ market will pair perfectly with these three handpicked bottles.
Here are our top pairings for farmers’ market foods…
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SIMPLE SPRING CRUDITÉ PLATTER + RIOJA WHITES
Serve a combination that will keep you coming back for more this season. When enjoyed alongside these Rioja whites, this easy-to-make crudité platter is a hard-to-resist appetizer for any spring gathering.
Brimming with fresh, colorful spring vegetables, this platter pairs perfectly with Rioja’s elegantly dry sauvignon blancs, mildly acidic Viuras, and beautifully matured Reserva Blancos.
Here’s all you need to put this platter together…
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SPRING ENTERTAINING IDEAS
On top of having art nights with friends, you have so many other ways to make the most of being a host this season. Here are more reasons to bring everyone together, catch up, and raise a glass of something remarkable.
These are the gatherings that pair perfectly with springtime…
- Backyard brunches
- Patio dinners
- Garden parties
- A laid-back Easter get-together
Come Back for Next Season
More Seasonal Pairings are to come. We can’t wait for you to see the combinations we’ve curated for summer. With each season comes moments that pair well with a pour of Rioja.
Have a lovely spring, and stay tuned for summer pairings.
Bring the Taste of Spring to Your Table
Find Rioja near you and bring these fresh spring pairings to life.