The
grapes for Solnia come from vineyards that are 40 years old on average,
and planted en vaso, or head-trained, a system that helps keep
yields low. The vines are rooted on chalky soils located at 600 meters
(1,800 ft) above sea level.
The grapes
- 100% Tempranillo - are hand-harvested into small baskets to prevent
bruising. The bunches are brought to triage tables for selection of
the healthiest, ripest grapes. Fermentation is in stainless steel
with remontage.
The wine
is produced at Bodegas Y Viņedos Ilurce, a fourth generation private
winery located in Alfaro at the eastern end of La Rioja Baja. Here,
the influence of the Mediterranean provides a relatively warm, dry
climate. The fruit ripens evenly and easily resulting in richly textured
wine with sweet tannins.
Solnia
is a charming, medium-bodied dry red wine with aromas and flavors
of ripe stone fruits and berries. It makes for versatile pairing on
the table as it goes equally well with meat and fish. In particular,
it flatters traditional paella.
Production:
5,500 cases
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