Bideona

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.

This is a classic Rioja Reserva, showing the exceptional typicality of Rioja Alavesa's Tempranillo grape as well as the beautiful complexity acquired during traditional aging in small barriques for 24 months. Bright, medium ruby color with grenache highlights. On the nose, a core of wild berries is joined by spicy notes of tobacco, cedar and vanilla from barrel aging. Silky on the palate, showing freshness, complexity and a long finish, supported by fine, chalky tannins. This is an elegant, gastronomic wine that enhances great food without overpowering it. Accompany roasted meat, lamb, pork, poultry and mushroom recipes.

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.

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.