Wine regions of Argentina: La Rioja
La Rioja is one of the wine regions of Argentina. Located in the east, its capital is La Rioja.
La Rioja is one of the wine regions of Argentina. Located in the east, its capital is La Rioja. The province has a significant historical importance within Argentine history and culture.
It was founded in 1591 by the Spanish explorer Diego de Villarroel during the expedition commanded by Juan Ramírez Velasco. Its original name was Valle de la Vera Cruz, but it soon became known as La Rioja after its capital city which was named in honor of Rioja, Spain.
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