Bodega Akutain is a family-owned winery established in the mid-1970s by Juan José Peñagarikano Akutain. The winery follows a "château style," producing wines exclusively from their own vineyards located around the winery in Haro, within the Rioja Alta subzone of DOCa Rioja. The vineyards are situated at elevations ranging from 485 to 650 meters above sea level, with clay-calcareous soils and a climate influenced by both Atlantic and Mediterranean elements . The current director, Jon Peñagarikano Akutain, has been leading the winery since 2013, continuing the family's commitment to quality and tradition .
Producer: Bodega Akutain
Cuvée: Rioja Crianza
Vintage: 2019
Country: Spain
Region: Rioja Alta, DOCa Rioja
Colour: Red
Grapes: Primarily Tempranillo, with small percentages of Garnacha and Viura
Alcohol: 12.5–13% ABV
Farming: Sustainable viticulture with minimal intervention; no herbicides or aggressive chemicals used.
Tasting Notes: The Bodega Akutain Rioja Crianza 2019 is a refined and elegant wine, showcasing the classic characteristics of Rioja. It offers aromas of dark fruits, subtle spices, and earthy undertones. On the palate, the wine is smooth with well-integrated tannins and a balanced acidity, leading to a harmonious finish.
