COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Tempranillo, Viura
PRODUCER
Bodegas y Viñedos Artadi
REGION
Rioja
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Artadi Viñas de Gain 2021 is a red wine from Bodegas y Viñedos Artadi, located in the Rioja Alavesa sub-region of Spain. The name 'Viñas de Gain' signifies its origin from higher-altitude vineyards. Artadi is recognized as a pioneer in producing terroir-driven wines, prioritizing the expression of individual vineyard sites. The 2021 vintage is noted for its concentration and freshness. The grapes are primarily Tempranillo, with a small percentage of Viura sometimes included. Artadi, founded in 1985 and led by the Lacalle and Laorden families since 1992, is committed to sustainable and organic viticulture, focusing on natural farming methods and respecting the environment.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€35
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Viñas de Gain translates to 'heights,' referencing its high-altitude vineyard origins.
Fact 02
Artadi champions vineyard-specific wines, moving beyond traditional Rioja classifications.
Fact 03
Vineyards range from 450 to 700 meters, with some vines over 90 years old.
Fact 04
Certified organic farming is a core tenet of Artadi's philosophy.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Artadi Viñas de Gain undergoes fermentation in stainless steel open vats for 10-12 days, preceded by a 24-48 hour cold maceration. Cap management and pumping over are employed during fermentation. A portion of the grapes are fermented with whole clusters. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, with 40% new oak, and undergoes malolactic fermentation in barrel. The producer, Bodegas y Viñedos Artadi, practices certified organic viticulture, emphasizing respect for the environment and avoiding synthetic pesticides and herbicides.
