La Poda Garnacha 2021
A young, fruity and smooth Rioja from Almudena Alberca MW
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La Poda Garnacha 2021 is a young red wine made in Rioja Oriental by Almudena Alberca, the first Spanish woman to be awarded the most prestigious international title: Master of Wine. As head of the technical department of Entrecanales Domecq e Hijos, Almudena is responsible for developing the La Poda collection. Single-varietal wines, casual and fresh, that seek to capture the identity of the most famous Denominaciones, such as this Garnacha from Rioja produced by the century-old Bodegas Palacio. A fruity, smooth, round and tasty wine that will please all palates.
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La Poda Garnacha 2021 comes from Garnacha vineyards located in Rioja Oriental. This is the easternmost subzone of the Denominación, with a greater Mediterranean influence, a warmer and drier climate, and soils formed by sedimentation and the drying out of old river areas, ideal conditions for the Garnacha grape.
The vines, which are 30 years old, are located in the foothills of Laguardia, between the Sierra de Cantabria and the Ebro. The grapes were harvested by hand and underwent fermentation in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature and cold maceration.
Bodegas Palacio was founded by Cosme Palacio in 1894 in Laguardia. Throughout its history it has successfully combined tradition and innovation, and today it remains at the top of the quality ladder with well-known labels such as Cosme Palacio and Glorioso.
In 2018, Almudena Albercabecame the first Spanish woman to become a Master of Wine, the most coveted title in the world of wine. This achievement and her skilled hand at the helm of the Entrecanales Domecq e Hijos group, which owns such prestigious wineries as Viña Mayor and Bodegas Palacio, make her one of the most important Spanish winemakers with the most international outlook.
La Poda Garnacha 2021 (D.O.Ca. Rioja) is a very versatile wine, which is perfect with a wide range of dishes and even with appetisers without a meal. We especially like it with beef casserole, roast lamb and stews.
Creators' opinion
Bright ruby-red. Aromas of red and black fruit combined with floral notes and touches of red fruits. Pleasant and easy to drink. Full-flavoured and balanced on the palate.
The winery
Bodegas Palacios Remondo is the home of Álvaro Palacios. Founded in 1945 by José Palacios Remondo, father of the creator of the legendary L'Ermita, the winery boasts a family tradition of 150 years linked to viticulture in Rioja Baja.
The winery is located in the center of Alfaro (D.O.Ca. Rioja), and its 110 hectares of vineyards stretch at the foothills of the Sierra de Yerga. The red garnacha, tempranillo, mazuelo, graciano, and viura vines are cultivated in the unique sites of Valfrío, Valviejo, and Valtomelloso, within the La Montesa estate, as well as in Las Mulgas and Quiñón Valmira. All of these are situated at a maximum altitude of 550 meters above sea level and are characterized by rugged, clay-limestone soils, which impart a distinctive mineral touch to the wines.
In the year 2000, after the passing of José Palacios Remondo, Bodegas Palacios Remondo began a new chapter with the return of his son Álvaro to the technical direction of the family business. Since then, the style of winemaking has evolved towards the concept of single-vineyard wines. The focus is on respecting the terroir and the vineyard, advocating for natural viticulture and artisanal winemaking, without chemicals or foreign yeasts, with red garnacha as the star variety.
The winery is located in the center of Alfaro (D.O.Ca. Rioja), and its 110 hectares of vineyards stretch at the foothills of the Sierra de Yerga. The red garnacha, tempranillo, mazuelo, graciano, and viura vines are cultivated in the unique sites of Valfrío, Valviejo, and Valtomelloso, within the La Montesa estate, as well as in Las Mulgas and Quiñón Valmira. All of these are situated at a maximum altitude of 550 meters above sea level and are characterized by rugged, clay-limestone soils, which impart a distinctive mineral touch to the wines.
In the year 2000, after the passing of José Palacios Remondo, Bodegas Palacios Remondo began a new chapter with the return of his son Álvaro to the technical direction of the family business. Since then, the style of winemaking has evolved towards the concept of single-vineyard wines. The focus is on respecting the terroir and the vineyard, advocating for natural viticulture and artisanal winemaking, without chemicals or foreign yeasts, with red garnacha as the star variety.