COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Maturana Blanca
PRODUCER
Viña Ijalba
REGION
Rioja
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Ijalba Maturana Blanco 2021 is a white wine from the Rioja D.O.Ca. region of Spain, produced by Bodegas Viña Ijalba. It is made exclusively from the Maturana Blanca grape, a native varietal that Viña Ijalba actively works to preserve and promote. The winery itself is a pioneer in organic winemaking in Rioja, holding organic certification since the 1990s and demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainable practices. Viña Ijalba's vineyards are located on soils that have been recovered from former mining and gravel pit operations, reflecting their dedication to land regeneration and unique terroir expression.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€15
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Viña Ijalba is a pioneer in organic winemaking in Rioja, certified since the 1990s.
Fact 02
The winery cultivates an experimental vineyard with over 100 grape varieties, 70 of which are native to Rioja.
Fact 03
This wine is made from 100% Maturana Blanca, a rare indigenous white grape of Rioja.
Fact 04
Vineyards are planted on reclaimed land from old open-pit mines and gravel pits.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Ijalba Maturana Blanco 2021 is produced using 100% Maturana Blanca grapes. Fermentation occurs in concrete vats, a technique chosen to preserve the grape's inherent characteristics. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for three months on its lees, a process that enhances its texture and complexity. A small portion of the wine may see aging in barriques, contributing subtle nuances. Viña Ijalba employs certified organic farming practices across its 90 hectares of vineyards, many of which are situated on land reclaimed from former mining and gravel operations. The winery is also dedicated to research and the preservation of indigenous Rioja grape varieties.
