THE CONDEMNED
This red wine is mainly made from Tempranillo with small contributions of Graciano, Garnacha, and Palomino fino from an old centenary vineyard. The name refers to the vineyards from which it comes in the Alava municipality of Baños de Ebro. These lands were condemned to disappear but were recovered with effort and commitment to produce serious, elegant wines with a pleasant minerality.
Artuke La Condenada 2023 evokes the authentic expression of the Riojan "terroir". Perfumed, elegant, and delicate with aromas of ripe black fruits, such as blackberries and plums, pleasant floral touches, and soft minty notes. On the palate, this wine offers a complex and refined experience with unmatched finesse. Its silky texture and subtle minerality leave a lasting and harmonious impression, where each sip is a perfect balance between elegance and depth.
The 2023 vintage stands out for a favorable climate that provided optimal ripening to the grapes, enhancing their natural characteristics.
Once vinified, it undergoes a 14-month aging in 600-liter French oak foudres.
This 2023 vintage obtained the renowned 100 points from the prestigious Peñín guide.