Grape: Tempranillo, ViuraVintage: 2021Type: Red Crafted by brothers Arturo and Kike de Miguel Blanco in Baños de Ebro, this red wine represents a traditional look at Rioja Alavesa. The blend consists of ninety-five percent tempranillo and five percent viura, harvested from small, organically managed plots located four-hundred meters above sea level. The winemaking utilizes old-school whole-cluster carbonic maceration in stainless steel vats, driven by native wild yeasts. By avoiding oak aging, the producers protect a fresh varietal profile from standard wood manipulation. It radiates a purple-ruby color, releasing lively aromatics of fresh blackberry, wild strawberry, and blue flowers. On the palate, the light-to-medium body is exceptionally juicy and direct, focusing on an energetic fruit presentation. Snappy flavors of tart plum interweave with a stony mineral baseline that reflects the local calcareous clay soils. Soft, unassuming tannins integrate with a clean, natural acidity that keeps the mouthfeel light.
