About this wine
Viñas de Gain is Artadi's foundational village-level red, sourced from organically farmed Tempranillo vineyards aged 20-30 years around Laguardia, the Sierra de Toloño and the Sonsierra. Hand-harvested and vinified in open-top steel vats before 12 months' ageing in French oak, it captures Artadi's terroir-driven philosophy at an accessible level — fresh, fruit-driven and juicy, with velvety, sweet tannins. Like all Artadi wines it is released outside the DOCa Rioja classification, labelled simply as Vino de España.
The most approachable entry point into Artadi's terroir-first philosophy — fresh, juicy and easy to love without sacrificing depth.
Sommelier's Note
"Proof that Artadi's terroir obsession scales down without losing its soul — this is what 'village wine' should taste like everywhere."
Food Pairings
A versatile match for roast lamb, Spanish jamón ibérico, chorizo skewers, meat-based paella, and grilled vegetables.
When to drink it
Everyday fine dining, casual dinners with friends, an approachable introduction to serious Rioja Alavesa terroir wines.
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Tempranillo
- Style
- Red
- Alcohol
- 14.5%
- Price Range
- $30-40
Terroir & Winemaking
100% Tempranillo from certified organic vineyards 20-30 years old around Laguardia (Rioja Alavesa). Hand-harvested, vinified in open-top stainless steel vats with native yeasts, aged 12 months in French oak barrels. Bottled outside the DOCa Rioja classification as Vino de España.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What grape is Artadi Viñas de Gain made from?
- It is 100% Tempranillo, grown on organically farmed vineyards aged 20-30 years around Laguardia in Rioja Alavesa.
- Is Viñas de Gain a Rioja wine?
- Grape-wise and geographically, yes — but Artadi withdrew from the DOCa Rioja classification in 2015, so the wine is labelled as Vino de España rather than Rioja.
- What food pairs well with Viñas de Gain?
- Roast lamb, jamón ibérico, chorizo, and paella all complement its fresh red fruit and velvety tannins.
- Is Viñas de Gain a good introduction to Artadi's wines?
- Yes, it is Artadi's most accessible red, sitting below single-vineyard wines like Pagos Viejos and Viña El Pisón, while still reflecting the estate's organic, terroir-driven approach.
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