
El Coto de Rioja
El Coto de Rioja –
A Rioja classic since 1970
El Coto de Rioja is one of the most enduring names in the Spanish wine world. Since its first harvest in 1970 and the expansion of its winery in 1976, this estate in northern Spain – about an hour and a half from Bilbao – has become one of the leading producers in the Rioja region . Tempranillo, Garnacha, Viura, and Sauvignon Blanc grapes grow on clay soils across a total of approximately 760 hectares, spread across eight vineyard sites – including the expansive Fincas Los Almendros and Carbonera.
In the cellar, the wines are aged in more than 75,000 barriques. This capacity allows for careful, gradual maturation in the classic Rioja style: structured tannins, ripe fruit, a hint of vanilla, and oak spice from barrel aging. These wines pair well with leg of lamb, aged Manchego cheese, or a simple plate of Jamón.
Today, El Coto de Rioja exports to over 70 countries – a testament to the winery's style resonating far beyond Spain's borders. At Vinoscout, you'll find a selection of the estate's most renowned cuvées, from the approachable Crianza to the more mature Reserva bottlings.







