COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Tempranillo Peludo
PRODUCER
Bodegas Señorío de Líbano
REGION
Rioja
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Bodegas Señorío de Líbano is situated in the historic village of Sajazarra, within the prestigious Rioja Alta sub-region. Operating from the estate of a beautifully preserved 15th-century castle, the winery blends deep-rooted history with precise modern viticulture. 'La Roma' is a single-vineyard expression dedicated to Tempranillo Peludo ('Hairy Tempranillo'), an ancient, rare clone of Tempranillo. This clone is highly prized for its loose clusters, small berries, and excellent natural acidity, offering a distinctive and authentic expression of Rioja's cooler northwestern terroir.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€20
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Tempranillo Peludo gets its name from the tiny, hair-like down on the underside of its leaves, which helps the vine retain moisture.
Fact 02
The winery is located within the grounds of the beautifully restored 15th-century Castillo de Sajazarra in Rioja Alta.
Fact 03
La Roma is a single-vineyard wine, highlighting the unique high-altitude, Atlantic-influenced microclimate of northwestern Rioja.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes for La Roma are hand-harvested from the dedicated single vineyard in Sajazarra. Upon arrival at the winery, they undergo strict selection. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks with gentle pump-overs to manage tannin extraction. The wine is then aged in a combination of French and American oak barrels, allowing the structured tannins of the Tempranillo Peludo clone to soften while integrating subtle spice notes without overshadowing the vibrant primary fruit characteristics.
