Zoom Tendencias - Arínzano, much more than Oenotourism
27th Oct 2012
‘Zoom Tendencias’ is filming in Señorío de Arínzano, a beautiful estate
situated between La Rioja and Bordeaux, the winery projected by Pritzker Prize
winning architect Rafael Moneo.
The Arinzano winery truly becomes part of the terroir it occupies.
This Estate has obtained Pago qualification, the highest status for a wine in
Spain, above 'Denominación de Origen Calificada'.
The Señorío de Arínzano estate has been recognized for the excellence
of its vineyards since the 11th century. In 1988 the Chivite family
acquired the Arínzano estate convinced that the uniqueness of the terroir, its
history, art and environment would give rise to wines that would be a reference
of the highest quality and singular character.
Julian Chivite is the eleventh generation: “It is a dream come
true. First buy, plant and then build side by side with Rafael Moneo this
Arinzano Estate, which is the crown jewel for us. There are three historic
buildings: the neoclassic church, the 16th century defence towel and
the 18th century rural mansion. The winery embraces these three
buildings. All of these would have no sense without the 128 Hectares of PAGO
vineyards”.
Its new Pago wine Arínzano La Casona has been made under the
direction of Oenology Professor at the University of Bordeaux, Denis Dubourdieu:
“It is a unique concept in the world, and this is its merit. A
small green paradise, embraced by mountains, the climate cold at night and warm
during the day, what allows Tempranillo grapes mature slowly”.
Winemaking is carried out with the latest technology. Each parcel is hand picked and double selected to make sure only the
best grapes are used. Once inside the winery, grapes are moved entirely through
gravity and conveyor belts so as to guarantee the most delicate treatment
possible.
Chardonnay and Merlot grapes, among others, are grown in the estate.
Although the main variety is Tempranillo, which gives fine, elegant wines, with
excellent structure
