When you go out from Laguardia by its west door it is hard not to see this masterpiece from Santiago Calatrava. You should have a look inside to see the way the design of the building was done to serve the wine production best. However, the best are the views from its taste room. More

Santiago Calatrava's impressive architecture is must see on your trip. Make sure to book a tour which includes a tour of the cellar (also amazing) and a tasting. Walk out a bit from the entrance and experience the design as it sits against the mountains in the background! More

The Ysios Bodega was the in fact amongst the first to commission a world-class architect to create its signature winery building. Found in the Alavesa part of Rioja, the Santiago Calatrava designed building is inspired by the shape of oak wine barrels, or when viewed reflected in its clear moat, I think it looks like a corkscrew, but it is... More

Call ahead to arrange a tour of this beautiful modern winery designed by the great Spanish architect- Santiago Calatrava. If you love beautiful modern and organic architecture or wine, you'll love the tour. If you love both, even better! Our guide was knowledgable and friendly and we learned a lot about the wine making process. Definitely visit some older bodegas... More

Oh it did make me laugh....a stunning building which as you drive up looks like it is pixillated on your computer or TV screen. One of the best views though is seen if you stay at Marques de Riscal Hotel, as we did, Ysios winery just pokes its head round the corner into your view a bit like Santiago Calatrava,... More