Region: Rioja, Spain

Composition: Maturana

History: The estate was founded in 1975 by D. Dionisio Ruiz Ijalba, who planted the first vineyards close to Logroño, in the Rioja Alta. The actual Bodega was constructed north of Logroño in 1991. Viña Ijalba owns 70 Hectares (175 acres) of vineyards which are in a number of parcels surrounding Logroño, in San Vicente de la Sonsierra, and Valle del Najerilla. These vineyards supply 100 % of the production of the bodega. The grapes planted have been matched to the soil type and microclimate of each vineyard site.

Tasting Notes: Brilliant, golden-yellow with greenish hues. Tempting aromas of flint, roasted peaches and ripe tropical fruit in the nose. The mouth is full of flavor, very smooth. Elegant freshness and a formidable length.