Luberri Orlegi is the reference point for traditional, lighter-bodied, fruit-forward Rioja Alavesa wine. Grapes for Orlegi are grown in two estate vineyards: tempranillo from El Cuento at 415m comprises 95% of the blend, and viura from Cuatroencias at 500m is the remainder. Orlegi combines whole-cluster fermentation and standard fermentation with native yeasts in stainless steel to emphasize the fruit. The resulting wine is classic, fresh, and food-friendly. A delicious tempranillo from Rioja for everyday drinking.
Vinification
Grape clusters are put into stainless steel tanks whole, without destemming or crushing for a partial carbonic maceration; the beginning of fermentation is intracellular, temperature-controlled at 24°C. This is followed by maceration on the skins for eight to ten days while native yeasts present on the grapes complete alcoholic fermentation. Orlegi rests in tank until bottling in January.
Region
Rioja Alavesa
Appellation
Rioja
Sites
El Cuento and Cuatroencias
Elevation
415-500m
Grapes
95% Tempranillo / 5% Viura
Vine Age
Vines planted in 1977
Soil
Sandy clay calcareous
Fermentation
Fermented with native yeast in stainless steel
Farming
Ecologic
Vegan
Yes
ABV
14.5%
Pack Size
12x750mL