El
Poeta
A mere “tablita”—a small plot—of less than one hectare in La Geriganza, this is a sanctuary where time is measured only by the reach of roots and the turning of seasons. Here, a vineyard of over thirty years, trained in the traditional goblet (en vaso) system, plunges its roots into lean soils of sand and pebbles. They pierce through ancient clay slabs that crack under the vine’s quiet force, searching for the hidden moisture deep within the subsoil. Each root acts as a thread, weaving the life of the vine into the very memory of the earth.
El Poeta (The Poet), as one might call it, is a vineyard that knows how to nurture itself. It finds its own equilibrium in the solitude of the seasons and the stillness of its small universe. Enveloped by the vibrant biodiversity that blankets the foothills of Mount Yerga, it breathes with the wind, drinks the morning light, and preserves the secrets of the altitude within its fruit.
In this space, the vine learns to exist without haste and to express itself without artifice. Each cluster seems to hold the history of the land and the patience of centuries, resulting in a wine of profound character and unhurried elegance.
El Poeta doesn’t write much
but each verse
is excellent
On the southern slopes of the Sierra de Yerga, at an elevation of 610 meters, lies the singular and boutique parcel known as El Poeta. Despite its modest size—less than one hectare—it encapsulates the complexity and richness of the most authentic Rioja Oriental. Located in the La Geriganza district, the local topography modulates light, wind, and humidity, allowing each vine to adapt to the rhythmic, unhurried pace of the mountain.
Planted over thirty years ago with Garnacha, El Poeta preserves the heritage of goblet training (conducción en vaso). This traditional method encourages the vine to develop naturally and harmoniously, respecting the individual architecture of each plant and its relationship with the mesoclimate. The open canopy allows for effortless air circulation and gentle dappled light, ensuring homogenous ripening and a pristine varietal expression.
The soil is sandy-loam, lean and porous, with layers of sand and gravel that compel the roots to forage for water and nutrients deep within the subsoil. This constant struggle imparts a remarkable concentration, a defined character, and an internal tension to the fruit. Practicing strict dry-farming (viticultura de secano) and minimal intervention, the vineyard is managed with absolute reverence for the surrounding biodiversity.
The site benefits from significant diurnal temperature variation: warm days are followed by crisp, cool nights, a cycle that preserves the grape’s natural acidity and heightens its aromatic profile. The southern exposure ensures a slow, steady phenolic ripeness, yielding notes of ripe red fruits, Mediterranean scrub (monte bajo), and subtle mineral nuances, all while maintaining freshness and finesse.
El Poeta is, above all, a vineyard of patience. Its diminutive size and rugged location preclude mechanization; every task is manual, meditative, and respectful. This artisanal devotion is mirrored in the wine: long, subtle profiles with velvety tannins, balanced acidity, and an elegance that allows each bottle to narrate—without artifice—the story of the soil, the climate, and the human hand.
Within the Queirón estate, El Poeta holds a sacred place. Its Garnacha provides freshness, finesse, and soul, anchoring the winery’s identity in the purest expression of Rioja Oriental. It is a testament to how tradition, altitude, and terroir converge to create wines of longevity and character.
El Poeta is a sovereign vineyard, a gift of heritage viticulture that evokes the most classical practices of Riojan Garnacha: austere soils, low-impact farming, and a loyalty to the land.
Quel
Goblet-pruned garnacha vines
in avery poor soil
Technical data
23.8% Loam, 61.2% Sand, 15% Clay
Mi Lugar
2019
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