Here’s a panorama stitched together from three photos taken by the Nikon Z9, Nikkor Z 35mm 1.8 S.
All those vineyards and the distant hills are mighty inviting.
Guardian of the Grapes, Spain
While touring about La Rioja, I spotted this capable canine keeping an eye on the vineyard:
Was a friendly dog. He patrolled the rows of grapes a while then retreated to the shade of the nearby bodega for a nap. Good to know there’s someone looking after the coming harvest.
Views of La Rioja, Spain
La Rioja, like much of Spain, features some marvelous views. A broad valley of fields and vineyards, it is dotted by some hills from which you can see for miles.
There are mountains on either side. When the weather rolls in, you can see the clouds folding over the top and spilling downward.
This is a place to linger, to check out the local scene, enjoy the food and wine. Take your time.
Hospederia del Vino, Ábalos, Spain
During a recent visit to the La Rioja region of Spain, I had the pleasure of staying at the Hospederia del Vino. Located at the very edge of the hamlet of Ábalos, this is an active winery with a comfortable guest house, complete with pool and hot tub.
The main building seen above features several guest room and the various places for dining and meeting. Here’s a look at the pool, which is indoors.
Plenty of room in the water for you and all your friends. The Hospederia is operated by the Puelles family, and Jesús is passionate about his wine and country, so definitely opt for the wine tour and tasting. Here’s a look at the room:
Everything here for a comfortable stay, including a well appointed bathroom that can be seen in the next photo:
There is plenty of parking, a great breakfast, and all the tranquility you need for a great sleep. More about Spain soon!
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