ARTUKE TEMPRANILLO

This Artuke Tinto Joven 2024 from D.O. Ca. Rioja, Spain, is a juicy and expressive young red wine — a blend of 95% Tempranillo and 5% Viura, crafted using traditional carbonic maceration in concrete tanks with no barrel aging. It captures explosive red fruit aromas, floral nuances, and fresh acidity in a wine of vivid energy, soft tannins, and striking drinkability.

Region: D.O. Ca. Rioja, Spain

Varieties: 95% Tempranillo, 5% Viura

Vintage: 2024

Style: Young Red Wine - Carbonic Maceration - Lot: Limited production

Overall Impression

Artuke Tinto Joven is the entry-level wine of the estate, but far from a simple one. It is a juicy, expressive, and captivating young wine — highly aromatic, fresh, and balanced, showing vivid red fruit and floral notes supported by bright acidity and a supple structure.

Winemaking & Aging

A combination of 95% Tempranillo and 5% Viura, harvested manually with cluster selection in the vineyard. Crafted through traditional carbonic maceration using whole clusters in concrete tanks, without oak aging, to preserve artisanal quality and maximum fruit character. Sourced from organic vineyards planted between 1902 and 2005 at 420–480 meters altitude on clay-limestone soils.

Tasting Notes

1. Appearance: Cherry-red color with bright violet highlights, characteristic of young carbonic maceration wines.
2. Nose: Intense and clean, featuring fresh red fruits (strawberry, raspberry, cherry), accompanied by floral notes of violet and a subtle backdrop of liquorice and mild spices.
3. Palate: Agile and lively on the palate, packed with vibrant fruit, smooth, rounded tannins, crisp acidity, and a clean, refreshing finish.

Food Pairing

Artuke pairs wonderfully with Spanish tapas (Spanish omelette, croquettes, Iberian ham), Mediterranean dishes (tomato pastas, Margherita pizza, warm salads), white meats (garlic chicken, grilled turkey, roasted rabbit), fatty fish (tuna, grilled salmon), and soft cheeses. Its light and versatile nature makes it an ideal pour for casual meals or aperitifs.

Recommended to serve slightly chilled between 12–14°C (54–57°F), making it particularly refreshing for warm days, outdoor terraces, or picnics.

The Artuke Story

A clear demonstration of technical mastery and sensitivity from the De Miguel family, Artuke Tinto Joven captures the authentic winemaking heritage of Rioja Alavesa. Grown on historic vines dating as far back as 1902, it pays homage to old-world carbonic maceration, delivering a wine that is pure, vibrant, and effortlessly enjoyable.