ARTADI La Hoya, 0.75l

The wine La Hoya from the Artadi winery is known for its high quality and typical character, which reflects both the terroir of the region and the excellent work of the winemakers. Artadi is a Spanish winery based in the Rioja Alavesa region, known for its traditional as well as modern approaches to grape growing and winemaking.

Awards: 97 points - Peñín
94 points - Robert Parker

Grape variety: Tempranillo

Vineyard: La Hoya is a designation for a wine that tends to be made from grapes from smaller, carefully selected vineyards. Wines of this type are often single-vineyard wines, meaning they come from one specific vineyard. These wines tend to be intense and full-bodied, with deep fruity and spicy notes.

Ageing: The La Hoya wine from the Artadi winery ages for approximately 12 months in oak barrels, giving it depth and complexity. After fermentation, the wine ages on fine lees, which contributes to the wine's smoothness and texture.

Taste and aroma: La Hoya from Artadi offers a complex tasting experience, beginning with a deep ruby colour with a delicate orange rim, reflecting the wine's intense character. On the nose, rich aromas of dark fruit open up, such as black cherries and blackberries, complemented by spicy notes of vanilla, clove and delicate cinnamon, which come from ageing in wooden barrels. On the palate, a full, powerful structure shows itself with intense fruit flavours, smooth tannins and balanced acidity, which gives the wine freshness and elegance. The finish is long and harmonious, with hints of minerality and a return of fruity and spicy notes.

Tasting notes: This type of wine is ideal for pairing with meaty dishes, such as grilled beef or lamb, mature cheeses or tapas, and offers great potential for further ageing.

Alcohol content: 14.5%

Origin: Spain, D.O. Rioja, Alavesa