It is colloquially said that there are different colors to suit different tastes, something that can easily be extended to wines. The world of wine is so diverse and fascinating that there is always something new to discover. However, there is one segment that stands out for its excellence and exclusivity: premium wines. These wines not only offer an unparalleled sensory experience, but also represent the best of viticulture.
In this new blog we will explore the characteristics that make a premium wine a masterpiece in every bottle.
Grape quality
The quality of a premium wine begins in the vineyard. The grapes used for these wines come from the best parcels, where the terroir – a combination of factors such as climate, soil and altitude – is ideal for that specific grape variety. The winemakers take care of every detail, ensuring that only the best grapes make it to the winery.
An author’s elaboration
Making a premium wine is an artisanal process that requires time and dedication. Often, these wines are fermented in small batches, using traditional techniques that have been perfected over generations. Minimal intervention in the process allows the grapes to express their natural character and unique terroir profile.
Aging the key to its success
Aging in oak barrels or concrete eggs is one of the crucial stages in the production of premium wines. In the specific case of barrels, they are generally made of French or American oak, and impart complexity and depth to the wine, bringing notes of vanilla, spices, and sometimes a smoky touch. The time the wine spends in the barrel may vary, but it is always long enough for it to acquire a perfect balance between the flavors of the fruit and those of the oak.
Guarding potential
Premium wines are designed to age well. Over time, these wines not only maintain their quality, but also develop new nuances that enrich the experience of those who enjoy them. This ability to evolve in the bottle is one of the most valued characteristics of premium wines, which is why many enthusiasts choose to keep these bottles in their personal cellar for several years.
Exclusivity
We cannot talk about premium wines without mentioning their exclusivity. Due to the careful selection of grapes, the limited production and the meticulous winemaking process, these wines are usually limited, making each sip a unique and memorable experience.
Do you know our premium wines?
Petra de ValpiedraThe return to the old Rioja.
A wine with a special name, Petra, alluding and paying homage to the great-grandmother of Marta and Adrián, fifth generation of Familia Martínez Bujanda.
This wine is born in the 3.3 hectares of plot no. 6, nestled in a meander of the Ebro River. This privileged location, on a soil of boulders and the buds of centenary garnachas, gives rise to a very limited production.
This is a 100% Grenache wine aged for 19 months in French oak barrels. A ruby-colored red wine, with a wide range of aromas from red fruits to cassis, and an intense, fresh flavor with a silky finish.
Clavis de Finca AntiguaOur unique varietal blend. Liquid landscape.
The foundation of any great premium wine begins in the vineyard, and Finca Antigua’s Clavis is no exception. This wine comes from the parcel called “Pico Garbanzo”, which is distinguished from the rest of the estate by its clay-limestone soil character.
Clavis, is made from a blend of native and foreign varieties that are planted in the plot at random, as it was experimental. The result of this blend is a magnificent red wine, brilliant, complex in aromas, long flavored and exquisitely balanced after 22 months in new French oak barrels.
Montepedroso EnotecaThe authentic spirit of Rueda.
When talking about great white wines in Spain, it is inevitable to mention the Rueda Denomination of Origin, a region that has cemented its reputation in the production of wines made from the Verdejo variety. Within this appellation, Montepedroso Enoteca de Finca Montepedroso stands out as an exceptional wine that embodies the tradition and innovation of this wine region.
A 100% Verdejo white wine, limited edition that only comes to market in exceptional vintages. A Verdejo aged for 5 months on the lees in stainless steel tanks with weekly stirring and then aged for 9 months in concrete eggs.
It is a very mineral fruity wine with notes of smoke, limestone and incense. Bright, unctuous and long and is considered by critics and consumers as one of the best wines of Rueda.
Once you have learned about the characteristics, nuances and peculiarities of premium wines, you will surely keep them in mind when buying your next bottle of wine.
