Eguren Ugarte - Spain's Underground Winery
Hello, dear travelers! Even if you've never been to Spain, you've probably tried wines from the Rioja region. On our latest trip, we visited a famous winery called Eguren Ugarte in the province of Álava. It would be a crime to pass through this region without stopping by one of its wineries. Here stands a statue of Vitarina Eguren Ugarte, a man who dedicated his life to winemaking and is a fifth-generation member of the Ugarte family. The dedication and commitment of this man and the generations before him to the winery are truly impressive. Upon arrival, we paid for a guided private tour. The guide told us all about the winery's secrets and showed us its hidden corners. We were given a sample of a wine called "Malvasia," which was quite delightful. We were also treated to canapés with foie gras. The Eguren family has been in the winemaking business since 1870. The founder is Anastasio Eguren, who planted these vineyards. To be honest, I'm not a ...
