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Labastida Tempranillo

01/06

Vintage

The 2025 vintage in Rioja Alavesa is defined by exceptional quality and high concentration, despite being one of the shortest harvests of the century (a 15-20% reduction) due to drought, downy mildew, and hail. It is characterized by wines with great structure, elegance, and freshness, the result of an early harvest and meticulous vineyard management. The outcome is wines that stand out for their aromatic intensity, vibrant character, freshness, and future complexity.

02/06

Vintage of the wine

2025

03/06

Winemaking

100% Tempranillo. The de-stemmed grapes undergo a cold pre-fermentation maceration for 36 hours at 6º C to optimize the extraction of aromatic elements present in the skins. The must is then fermented at 26ºC and macerated for a total of 14 days. After being racked, the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation spontaneously after one month. Finally, the wine is placed in concrete deposits to help the decanting process, whereupon it is ready for filtering and bottling.

04/06

Varieties

* 100% Tempranillo.

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05/06

Aging

06/06

Tasting notes

Colour

An intensely layered centre with mauve tones near the edges. Lively, clean and layered.

Nose

Clean aromas characteristic of a young Tempranillo wine, aromas of wild fruits (blackberries, raspberries and sloes). Floral notes and a slight nuttiness on the finish.

Mouth

Shows a certain amount of character on the fore palate, although its acidity is offset by the warm, liqueur-like feel. On the finish, it is pleasant and a little treacly, and at the very end satin-like. The varietal character is noticeable once more.

Pairing

This wine goes well with all kinds of Spanish tapas and chorizo-based dishes.

Our
Awards

The Spanish Institute of Quality Wine is a private academic association that brings together the leading independent Spanish wineries.

95

points

2015

IWC – 2021 UK

Our
Awards

The Spanish Institute of Quality Wine is a private academic association that brings together the leading independent Spanish wineries.

95

points

2015

IWC – 2021 UK

D.O

D.O. Ca. Rioja (Alavesa)

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