VINEYARDS-YIELDS
Special selection of old vines from Rioja Alta and Rioja Alavesa, aged between 65
and 85 years old. Very low yields of between 3,000 and 4,500 kg/ha. due to the age
and limited vigour of the vines.
Produced mainly with Tempranillo grapes from vineyards planted at different
altitudes in Cenicero, Elciego and Laguardia.
This vintage is blended with small quantities of red Garnacha and Graciano grapes.
The red Garnacha grapes come exclusively from vineyards in Rioja Alta, located in
Cenicero and Nájera, allowing us to achieve finesse, freshness as well as structure.
The Graciano is mostly harvested in Elciego, where we obtain the unique character
of delicacy, "grace", liveliness and colour.
VINIFICATION
Bunches destemmed with maximum care. Alcoholic fermentation at a controlled
temperature. Maceration with skins extended for up to 30 days, to extract colour,
flavours and tannic structure. Malolactic fermentation in new French oak barrels
or in stainless steel tanks, subject to the batches of wine. Once malolactic
fermentation is complete, all the wines are transferred to barrels, and racked
every 6 months.
AGING IN BARREL
24 to 26 months, depending on the origin of the vines and the types of barrels. New
French oak barrels and second wine barrels.
AGEING IN BOTTLE
4 years minimum before release.
TASTING NOTES
Intense colour with a slightly brick-red border. Very complex bouquet of
balsamic notes with fine wood notes. Full-bodied palate with ripe plum and
sweet spices over toasted flavours. It maintains the freshness of a subtle
vividness that promises excellent ageing potential. Flavoursome, full-bodied with
a lingering finish.
Serve at 17ºC - Alcohol content: 14% Vol.