With its impressive construction and lush gardens, this Parador is part of one of the most important artistic and historic ensembles in the Rioja, of which the most representative building here is the Cathedral, of Roman origins. The Parador specialises in Rioja cooking, based on the quality of local produce, especially vegetables, 'pochas' (the region's white beans), cuts of meat with peppers, and pears and peaches in wine.