This year's edition of the Volta a Catalunya did not stay within the confines of the Catalunya region. Instead, it traced a route through most of Spain that skirted the Rioja region on the third and fourth stages of the week long race.
Spending two days in the vicinity of Rioja certainly provided a great opportunity for the pro racers to enjoy some excellent wines. In addition to the cycling action, Rioja is also celebrating its 100th anniversary.
Ultimately, the general classification was won by Jonas Vingegaard in his early season built up to an attempt at winning his third Tour de France in July.
This edition of the Lucha Vino challenge pits the 2012 Idilico Tempranillo against the 2016 Lopez de Heredia Vina Cubillo Crianza.
