Valenciso, Rioja Cemento 2022

Valenciso Rioja Cemento 2022 is an elegant expression of northern Tempranillo from Rioja Alta, shaped by fermentation in concrete rather than driven by heavy oak. Produced by Valenciso, a respected estate founded in 1998 near Haro, the wine reflects the winery’s aim to combine Rioja tradition with a refined, modern sense of place.

Tasting Notes
The wine presents a deep red colour and offers an inviting nose with ripe red-fruit character, subtle spice and a fresh, mineral impression. On the palate, it is rounded and flavourful, with balanced acidity and silky tannins that give the wine both texture and finesse. Concrete fermentation helps preserve the wine’s freshness and allows the fruit and terroir to take centre stage. The finish is long and elegant, making the wine approachable now while offering the structure to develop further with careful cellaring.

Production
The grapes are harvested by hand from vineyards in Rioja Alta, where Valenciso follows organic and biodynamic principles in the vineyard. The wine undergoes spontaneous fermentation with indigenous wild yeasts in a concrete tank at controlled temperature, followed by spontaneous malolactic fermentation. It is subsequently matured in oak, while the use of concrete throughout the initial production process contributes depth, freshness and a silky texture.

Food & Serving
Serve Valenciso Rioja Cemento at approximately 16–18°C. Its supple tannins and balanced acidity make it a natural partner for roast lamb, grilled or braised beef, Iberian pork, mushroom dishes and mature cheeses. Decanting is not essential, but a short decant of 30–60 minutes can help reveal the wine’s aromas and further soften its texture.

Producer
Valenciso was established in Ollauri in 1998 by Valentín and Enciso, whose first names form the winery’s distinctive name. With more than 33 years of combined experience in Rioja, the duo has built a reputation for producing premium wines that highlight the elegance and delicacy of Tempranillo from the region’s northern vineyards. Located just four kilometres from Haro in the heart of Rioja Alta, Valenciso stands out for its combination of organic and biodynamic vineyard practices, careful manual harvesting and innovative use of concrete fermentation vessels.

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