Wines

Manual harvesting adds to the complexity and personality of the Cofrades vineyard. The type and length of aging is different for each vintage, using a combination of stainless steel and concrete tanks and aging in small and large oak barrels. Cofrades is one of the vineyards in the village of Leza. Planted in 1945 with a wonderful varietal and clonal blend, it is mainly Tempranillo, with co-plantings of Viura, Malvasia Riojana, Jaen, Mencia, Benedicto, Morate, Garnacha and Graciano. All varieties are harvested at the same time and vinified together to preserve the personality of Cofrades. Black cherries, blackberries, herbs and spices with hints of minerality. Its body is medium, as is its acidity. Go with game, spicy cold meats and recipes with lamb and pork.

The Galtzada vineyard in the village of Lanciego was planted in 1952. With different Garnacha clones. The harvest is done manually. The grapes were then fermented in two small, open wooden containers. Extraction is light without excessive color extraction. The wine is then aged in a 1,500-liter Austrian oak barrel for 9 months in order to maximize the expression of the vineyard. The aim is to understand and respect the expression of this unique vineyard, without excessive use of new oak or oxidative aging. Aromas of red and black fruits with hints of herbs and sweet spices. In the mouth it has a medium body with also medium acidity which makes it a balanced wine that will wonderfully accompany chorizos, lamb, pot roasts and game.

Laguardia is perhaps the most charming of the villages in the area. The plots are high, on average 440 m altitude, but with greater exposure to the Evros valley. Ripening tends to be the earliest among the villages and the wines are more elegant and aromatic. Laguardia is also the most approachable and gastronomic wine, due to its lighter, velvety tannins and juicy and juicy palate. The aromatic profile is always high, delicate and floral, reminiscent of wild strawberries and violets. Great wine to accompany charcuterie such as tsorithos, roast meats, pork and lamb. Jancis Robinson rated it a wonderful 17/20.

Delicious white wine from Viura grapes at an altitude of 420-600m and a vineyard with an average age of 50 years. Each vintage ferments and matures differently. Stainless and concrete tanks, larger and smaller oak barrels are combined. Subtle yet compelling nose that opens in the glass, with stone fruit, herbs and white flowers prominent. Juicy and refreshing on the palate, with real balance and length. It has a delicious, salty and mineral finish. The quality of the fruit stands out, showing how interesting an old vine Viura blend can be without being overshadowed by the heavy use of oak. A serious, delightfully delicate, dry white wine. Enjoy it with salads, shrimp, grilled or fried calamari, grilled fish and white cheeses such as feta.

Created to contribute to a new generation of wines in Rioja. Produced from high-quality, low-yielding, small, old hillside plots (parcelas). Serious, light, oaky wine, it shows pure and primary aromas of dark and black berries with a hint of violet and clove. Medium body with remarkable complexity and concentration. The quality of the fruit shines through, displaying the typical character of the cooler Rioja Alavesa climate, without being overshadowed by excessive oak aging. Intense fruit is nicely balanced by fresh acidity, chiseled, savory tannins and a long metallic finish. Accompany tapas, chorizo, pork, lamb and dishes with tomato sauces such as lasagne and pizzas.

A young, juicy and versatile red wine that has not been aged in barrel, and is a modern interpretation of the tradition of Rioja Alavesa winegrowers. It features a series of six different labels with illustrations of real growers as a tribute to their daily work. It presents clear and intense primary aromas of dark cherries and black berries with a hint of violet and clove. Medium bodied, with remarkable complexity and concentration of fruit. The quality of the fruit stands out, showing the typical character of the cooler Rioja Alavesa climate, without being overshadowed by the excessive influence of the oak barrel. Intense fruit is balanced by fresh acidity, chiseled, chalky tannins and a long metallic finish. A serious, non-barrel-aged wine will benefit from 2 to 3 years in the cellar after release and will keep for another 5 years. It goes well with grilled meats, hard cheeses, pasta and rice dishes.

Andreas Kubach MW is one of the owners and responsible for Bideona wines. Rioja S4MG0 is produced from grapes at an altitude of 520-550m and aged 50 years. Production is at 9,494 bottles. Samaniego produces some of the most sought after Rioja Alavesa grapes. The wines are rich, powerfully framed with fresh acidity and firm yet velvety tannins. The fruit tends toward sour cherry but with mint present and a spicy complexity. The wines have the structure and depth to age beautifully for decades, but also show remarkable grace in their youth. Enjoy it with premium cuts of veal, game and braised recipes. Jancis Robinson rated it an amazing 17.5/20.

Tempranillo at an altitude of 500m from a vineyard with an average age of 50 years. Small production at 6,399 bottles. Bideona Villabuena shows precise and clean aromas of ripe blackcurrants and blackberries, fine tannins with an amazing flow on the palate, even when young. Pair with quality cuts of beef, game and recipes with pork or lamb. Acclaimed Jancis Robinson rated it 17.5 out of 20.

Produced from vineyards on hilltops (cabezadas). Fresh and subtle nose, pure stone fruit aromas with a touch of white flowers, minerality and flint. Light and crisp on the palate with a refreshingly dry, light metallic finish. An elegant dry white wine, with subtle aromas that do not overpower the food. It goes great with salads, asparagus, tapas, seafood such as prawns, grilled or fried squid, grilled fish, sashimi and white cheeses such as feta or other goat cheese.

Produced exclusively from selected parcels in our 600-ha estate in Ucles (Castile, Spain) at elevation 750m as. The high-altitude vineyards are sustainably and organically farmed. An elegant and sophisticated wine showing the fruit intensity, purity of the aromas and acidity of the high-altitude vineyards. Deep garnet colour with powerful and complex aromas combining ripe berry notes with some cassis and a touch of bell pepper. The oak ageing offers hints of leather, spice and vanilla. Very round on the palate with a velvety texture, showing remarkable freshness and great persistence. Enjoy it with burgers, premium beef cuts and rich recipes!