The Vivanco family winery in Spain's Rioja region

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A vast valley protected between two mountain ranges, northern Spain's La Rioja features terrain, wind conditions, and soil that differs from one village to the next. The River Ebro flows through it all from west to east flanked by the Cantabria Mountains to the north and the La Demanda Range to the south.

Vivanco Family Vineyards, a fourth-generation estate established 100 years ago by great grandfather Pedro Vivanco González, remains a small operation in La Rioja's Alberite. It wasn't until third-generation Pedro Vivanco Paracuellos, father of brothers Rafael and Santiago (who run the winery today) received formal training in wine making. Eventually a museum and restaurant were added to the vineyard operations enhancing the overall experience for those visiting in person.

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