Wine Tourism in La Rioja: An Escape Among Vineyards and Mountains in the Sierra de Cameros

La Rioja is a land of wine, but also of calm, nature, and simple pleasures. If you’ve chosen the Sierra de Cameros to disconnect, you’re in the perfect place to combine rest and wine culture. Here, far from the most touristy routes, wine tourism in La Rioja is experienced differently: with more authenticity, more closeness and more soul.

A Different Wine Tourism Experience in the Iregua Valley

The Iregua Valley, the heart of the Sierra de Cameros, is home to small wineries where wine is made with care and patience. There are no large groups or crowded visits, but rather personal experiences where you can talk, learn, and savor each glass slowly.

Many of these family-run wineries offer an intimate look at the winemaking process and the richness of the mountain terroir, where the cool climate and altitude give rise to unique wines with personality and character.

Wineries with Identity in Cameros

If you're looking to spend a day enjoying wine tourism without rushing, we recommend visiting some of the most authentic winemaking projects in the area.

Bodegas Lecea: History, Tradition, and Passion for Rioja Wine

Located in San Asensio, just a short drive from Villa Liquidámbar, Bodegas Lecea is one of the most complete and genuine visits you can enjoy during your stay. Its family history, with more than four generations dedicated to wine, is combined with a strong commitment to preserving the ancient cave-wineries carved into the rock, where wine is still produced in a traditional, artisanal way.

During the tour, you can walk through these centuries-old underground cellars, learn about traditional winemaking methods, and taste soulful wines that remain faithful to La Rioja’s classic style.

Plus, Villa Liquidámbar offers wines from Bodegas Lecea, and thanks to the collaboration between both, guests enjoy a special discount on tours and tastings. A perfect opportunity to experience the most authentic wine tourism, guided by those who keep the true essence of Rioja wine alive.

Small Wineries with Big Stories

Nearby, you can also discover unique projects such as Vinícola Real in Albelda de Iregua, a winery committed to limited production and respect for the terroir, where every bottle is the result of artisanal care and a philosophy of quality.

Another interesting option is Bodega Igea, a small family-run project that preserves the tradition of mountain wines from the valley. In both, you’ll find more personal visits, with small groups, where you can chat with winemakers, learn about their methods, and taste wines that reflect the identity of the Riojan landscape.

Each glass becomes a conversation with the land, the climate, and the hands that shape it.

Practical Tips for Enjoying Wine Tourism in the Sierra de Cameros

Here, wine tourism is not only about visiting wineries — it’s a complete sensory experience, perfect to complement your peaceful days in nature.

• Book in advance: wineries in the valley usually host small groups, so it’s best to contact them before your visit.

• Combine wine and nature: spend the morning among vineyards and the afternoon exploring the forests, rivers, and villages in the mountains.

Taste at home: at Villa Liquidámbar you’ll find bottles of Bodegas Lecea wine — perfect to enjoy during a quiet dinner by the fireplace or on the terrace as the sun sets over the mountains.

Where to Stay in Cameros During Your Wine Tourism Getaway

If you’re planning a wine route through La Rioja, staying close to the wineries in the Iregua Valley allows you to enjoy the experience without rushing. In Villa Liquidámbar, in Torrecilla en Cameros, you’ll find rural accommodation with everything you need to relax after a day of visits, nature, and great wine.

The complex features three rural apartments, two of them fully accessible, and two independent country houses: Villa Liquidámbar I and Villa Liquidámbar II. Each space is designed to make you feel at home, with a warm atmosphere, spacious common areas, and details that invite you to unwind.

We are also pet-friendly, so your furry companions are welcome. And if you’d like to start your day slowly, you can enjoy breakfast made with local products — perfect to energize yourself before visiting a winery or heading into the mountains.

Plan your wine getaway and stay at Villa Liquidámbar, where rest, wine, and nature come together in perfect harmony.