These two regions have recently received their fair share of attention due to the increasing quality of their wines. Navarra, located north of Rioja, is traditionally planted with Garnacha and Tempranillo, but Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are now being cultivated with excellent results especially when aged in oak. Whites are also on the rise made from both indigenous and international grape varieties. Southeast of Navarra lies Aragon which includes Campo de Borja, an exciting DOC which has benefitted from an influential co-operative system. Garnacha is working wonders here producing intense reds with plenty of ripe fruits. Read more…