¡Viva España!

By combining a rich viticultural history with modern and environmentally friendly winemaking techniques, Spain has kept its world-renowned reputation for quality
22 July 2011
In terms of both quality and quantity, Spain is a world class producer of wines. Better known are the quality reds from Rioja and Ribera del Duero, reds and whites from Penedés, fine whites from Rueda, “sherries” from Jerez, and the fine sparkling wine cava. Spain is organised in districts or demarcations, which are classified and recognized by the “Denominación de Origen” label. The D.O. system is a quality control system which guaranties the origin and class of grapes, as well as the methods used to produce the wines. More information on Spain’s recognised wine regions can be found by visiting The Spanish Wine Page at www.jrnet.com/vino.
Made in the heart of La Rioja

After almost 59 years, Campo Viejo continues to be a likeable, reliable wine easily accessible to consumers
Campo Viejo was created in 1959 by two winemakers from the Spanish region of La Rioja; Beristain and Ortigüela. Its name comes from the area known as Campo Viejo – the Old Field – in the very heart of La Rioja – its first wine made in a rustic stone winery brimming with experiences, emotions and happiness.
At the start of the new century, a new Campo Viejo era began with construction of the new Juan Alcorta Winery. By applying the latest technologies to the winemaking process, and building part of the winery underground to naturally create the ideal conditions to produce and age wine, a return can be seen to the traditional winery process using all the advantages Mother Nature provides. The Juan Alcorta bodega vineyards consist of old vines, over 25 years old and mainly of the Tempranillo variety.
Campo Viejo has been reborn as a more authentic and current Rioja and after almost 59 years continues to be a likeable, reliable wine easily accessible to consumers. It remains loyal to its quality principles, managing every year to produce singular wines from its roots in the Rioja land, each with their own tempting personality.
A Spanish pioneer
Marqués de Riscal is a leading and pioneering Spanish wine producer. As far back as 1858, Marqués de Riscal became the first winery in the Rioja to produce wines following the Bordeaux method and in 1972, it was the first winery to promote the Rueda Designation of Origin, where it produced its famous Marqués de Riscal white wines, such as Marqués de Riscal Sauvignon Blanc and Rueda. It is also famous for becoming the first Spanish winery that adopted the French system of wine classification.
Its outstanding winery in Elciego, is home not just to the oldest winery of Rioja, but also to the “City of Wine”, which comprises a hotel, a spa of wine therapy and an exclusive restaurant, all designed by the world renowned architect, Frank O. Gehry.
Marqués de Riscal sells its products in over 80 countries and its wines enjoy the highest international distinctions as well as numerous awards and mentions in the media. Its iconic Marqués de Riscal Reserva, is made from vines over 15 years old and with its distinctive gold netting and gold foil label, is a wine which captures the classic Rioja style: fresh, fine, elegant and very suitable for laying down for many years.
Strong family tradition
The Torres family tradition has been scrupulously respected down through the centuries since 1870 and the company has passed from father to son to the current president Miguel A. Torres.
Miguel Torres has been described for many years as the Wine King of Spain and has been widely awarded and recognised for innovation for his efforts in both Spain and Chile. The wines offer a quality across a range of price points that cannot be beaten. Traditional and Noble red wines such as Sangre de Toro; Coronas and Ibericos are as widely known and loved as the elegant Vina Sol and Vina Esmeralda. The single vineyard Mas La Plana and the distinctively fragrant Celeste and Salmos are evocative of a Spain rich in history and tradition coupled with the most modern and sophisticated winemaking methods.
Always at the forefront of innovation and best practice in viticulture, Miguel Torres has developed a passion for environmental issues. He stopped using pesticides 20 years ago and he is committed to reducing CO2 emissions at the winery 30% by 2020.
El Coto Crianza scored an impressive 90 points in the recently published Penin Guide to Spanish Wine for 2011

El Coto Crianza scored an impressive 90 points in the recently published Penin Guide to Spanish Wine for 2011
Reaching new heights
The new vintages of wine from El Coto continue to rise to new heights. This is emphasised by very impressive scores in the recently published Penin Guide to Spanish Wine for 2011. The El Coto Crianza scored an outstanding 90 points and is a wonderful drop of Rioja. While the consistently improving El Coto Blanco and El Coto Rosado are also seriously note-worthy wines, both are very well balanced and offer great value at under €10 per bottle. The Coto de Imaz Reserva is like a consistently reliable friend. The new vintage has made a step forward and now has more of a modern touch, making it an increasingly rewarding wine.
El Coto has recently moved to a new area of production in Spain to the little known area of Cigales where they make the Museum wines. These are fast becoming the new benchmark for quality Spanish wines in Ireland. This has been reinforced by the Museum Real Reserva being awarded the prestigious title of “Red Wine of the Year” for the last two years running at the NOffLA Irish Wine Show.
El Coto de Rioja and Museum wines are distributed in Ireland by Mackenway Distributors Limited.
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