La
Bartola
The La Bartola vineyard rises upon a gentle ridge overlooking La Perdida, defined by two unique landmarks: the edge of the yasa and an ancient guardaviñas—a traditional stone shelter. This old structure bears the tracks of roe deer and wild boar, silent witnesses to the wildlife that stirs at dawn and fades at sunset, moments of intense and fleeting beauty.
Reaching La Bartola requires navigating a winding path through a mosaic of reedbeds, almond, cherry, and olive trees. This vibrant biodiversity imbues the territory with a singular expressiveness that is rare in the viticulture of Rioja Oriental.
The vines are ancient, proud, and powerful. They grow in arid, sandy soils with sparse stones and ancient clay slabs that crack under the plow, demanding both patience and reverence. It is here that the classic old-vine Garnacha finds its strength: producing healthy, concentrated berries saturated with color and aroma, capable of intensely telegraphing the character of the terroir.
La Bartola is a sanctuary where wildlife and viticulture coexist. Every cluster reflects this harmony between nature and vine, the resilience of the plant, and the generosity of the earth. Its Garnachas are bold yet elegant, offering a finesse and texture that reveal—without artifice—the raw power and beauty of this exceptional site.
The soil of La Bartola
is arid, sandy
and has few stones
In the heart of Rioja Oriental, at an altitude exceeding 600 meters, lies the La Bartola vineyard—a 1.5-hectare estate nestled on the slopes of the Sierra de Yerga, near the village of Quel. This site is home to Garnacha and Tempranillo vines planted in 1993, cultivated using the traditional goblet system (en vaso). The vineyard is strictly dry-farmed (secano), adhering to the principles of traditional and sustainable viticulture.
The soil at La Bartola is lean and sandy with a sparse stony presence, a composition that compels the vines to drive their roots deep into the earth in search of nutrients and water. This promotes a slow and uniform ripening of the grapes. The exposure to the Solano wind and the significant diurnal temperature variation are instrumental in preserving the fruit’s natural acidity and enhancing the aromatic complexity of the Garnacha.
La Bartola is a vineyard that speaks with elegance and subtlety, yielding wines of immense freshness and finesse. These wines are characterized by velvety tannins and a balanced acidity that grants them exceptional aging potential. It serves as a premier example of traditional viticulture in Rioja Oriental, striving for the ultimate expression of terroir through environmentally conscious practices and a minimal intervention philosophy.
Quel
Proud rootstocks
with underground suckers
Technical data
23.8% Loam, 61.2% Sand, 15% Clay
Mi Lugar
2019
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