Que Vida Tempranillo Natural DOC Rioja (red)
A pure, vivid expression of Tempranillo made without added sulfur or filtration. Crisp cherry juiciness is carried by a subtle hint of violets and an exceptionally fresh, almost explosive fruit profile.
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Organically grown Tempranillo grapes with biodynamic practices are used for this natural wine. The key criterion is non-intervention to obtain the purest grape expression. No sulfites are added, making this rare wine suitable for allergic individuals.
In many villages across Rioja Alta, the greeting "Que Vida" embodies the essence of rural life.
VARIETY
100% Tempranillo
WINERY
Organic/biodynamic grapes, vegan-friendly, without added sulfur.
HARVEST
Hand-picked. Harvested in the first half of October.
VINIFICATION AND AGING
This wine captures the essence of the Cosechero style and natural production. It ages exclusively in stainless-steel tanks without oak contact, preserving exceptional fruit purity. The wines are bottled young, unfiltered, and without added sulfur.
BOTTLING
12,000 bottles
ANALYSIS
Alcohol: 14.5%.
TASTE AND CHARACTER
This Tempranillo seduces with its intense purple color and unadulterated aroma. Pure scent of ripe cherries, plums and blooming violets with a warm hint of rosemary. Juicy and expressive on the palate—the fruity character is carried by crisp acidity keeping the wine incredibly fresh.
SOMMELIER'S TIP
Serve at 16 °C. Perfect with BBQ and grilled meat, pasta with meat ragù (Bolognese), risotto, spicy Asian dishes (like curry), and a wide range of Spanish tapas and soft cheeses.
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Bodegas Santalba is a traditional family winery from Rioja Alta successfully combining long family experience with modern trends, including organic farming and natural wines. Founded over 25 years ago by Santiago Ijalba, who has over 50 years of experience in making great Rioja wines dating back to 1964. The name Santalba is a fusion of his first name and surname (Santiago Ijalba).
The winery is a pure family business, involving the founder's children: Roberto Ijalba (oenologist and winemaker) and Laura Ijalba Pérez (communications). Santalba is based on honesty, top-quality grapes and creating wines with individual character that truly taste like Rioja. They are known for their long-aged wines (reservas).
The winery has recently expanded its range with the "Que Vida" line, named after an informal greeting in Rioja Alta meaning "What's new?" This range presents a modern, fresh style of Rioja with minimal intervention, organic grapes and no added sulfur. It responds to growing demand for natural and cosechero wines intended to be enjoyed young.