COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Viura, Malvasia, Palomino Fino
PRODUCER
Bodegas Y Viñedos Artuke
REGION
Rioja
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Trascuevas Artuke is a white wine from Bodegas Y Viñedos Artuke, a family-run winery in Rioja Alavesa, Spain. The 2021 vintage is a blend primarily of Viura, with smaller amounts of Malvasia and Palomino Fino. The winery, led by brothers Arturo and Kike, is known for its dedication to expressing the unique character of individual vineyards and villages, often diverging from traditional Rioja classification systems. This approach emphasizes the distinctiveness of their plots and the indigenous grape varieties of the region.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€34
STYLE
Natural
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Arturo and Kike's names combine to form the winery's name, Artuke.
Fact 02
The winery focuses on expressing the unique character of each small vineyard plot.
Fact 03
They are part of a movement in Rioja that prioritizes village and site over traditional aging classifications.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Trascuevas Artuke is produced by Bodegas Y Viñedos Artuke, a family winery in Rioja Alavesa. The winemaking philosophy centers on expressing the unique character of individual vineyard plots and villages. The wine is made from a blend of Viura, Malvasia, and Palomino Fino. While specific fermentation details for the 2021 vintage are not extensively detailed, the producer generally employs methods that highlight terroir. Aging for previous vintages has included time in both oak and concrete egg. The winery emphasizes sustainable and organic farming practices across its small vineyard holdings.
