Superb, silky, fresh-fruit Rioja from high Alta vineyards – an epiphany of bright berry charm In the most northwesterly corner of Rioja, the flatter land starts rising up into soaring mountains. It’s here you’ll find the start of the Rioja Alta vineyards a fine enclave of Spains greatest region. There extra altitude freshens as well as ripens grapes slowly to full flavoured perfection. Since most Riojas blend grapes from across the region you almost never see Rioja Alta on labels. In fact, there are only two villages permitted to add it. In one you’ll find Juan Antonio Lezas family winery, the cellar behind Castillo de Epifana. Every grape comes from their sleepy Rioja Alta village. Full of silky dark fruit and strawberry, this red has a delicious ‘drink me’ style, lovely on its own or with grilled meats or tasty tapas.