Bodegas Sonsierra San Vicente de la Sonsierra

Sonsierra Viura Fermentado en Barrica

Origin: San Vicente de la Sonsierra, Spain

Harvested by hand from vines with an average age of over 40 years, in the county of Sonsierra in the heart of the Rioja Alta region.

Vinification

The must undergoes low-temperature pellicular maceration with the pomace for 24 hours in order to extract the maximum amount of aromatic precursors. It is then clarified at cold temperatures before undergoing alcoholic fermentation for a further 24 hours. When the sugar concentration starts to fall, the wine is transferred to new barrels of American oak, where it completes its alcoholic fermentation. It is then aged on its lees, which are stirred twice per week over a period of 3.5 months in order to keep them suspended. This wine does not undergo malolactic fermentation, as our aim is to preserve the acidity that gives it its characteristic freshness.

Contains: sulphites.

Grape Variety

Viura 100%

Alcohol by Volume

12.0% ABV

Wine Style

White Wines

Closure

Cork

Winemaker's Notes

This subtle yet distinctive wine is an attractive pale yellow colour, with bright lemon yellow hints. Its bouquet conveys the great elegance and complexity that is given to the wine by its barrel-aging on the lees. The fruity tones of pear and pineapple combine with those of white flowers and citrus, harmonising perfectly with the hints of toast, nuts, coconut and vanilla against a mouth-watering background of pastries. In the mouth it is silky and very voluminous, with a delicious blend of white and citrus fruits and just the right amount of acid to add freshness and vivacity. The sweet, persistent finish leads to an aftertaste filled with hints of fruit and toast.

Mindiarte Rioja Crianza Mindiarte

Origin: Rioja

Bodegas Sonsierra's wines are amongst the most prestigious Rioja wines, fine and aromatic in their youth, well balanced and with a delicate bouquet once aged. They are wines with a unique personality, with the unmistakable character of a historical area dedicated to wine.

The climate is Mediterranean although Rioja Alta Comarca is a little wetter than Rioja Baja. Temperatures range from 11.8°C - 31.8°C and rainfall between 300 mm - 600 mm per annum. In winter the Cierzo wind blows constantly over the La Rioja region.

Located on the lower slopes of the Cantabrian Mountain Range.

Vinification

Fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature and maceration with the skins for about 13 days. Aged for 12 months in American oak Bordeaux-type barrels, followed by a minimum of 3 months’ bottle ageing.

Contains: sulphites

Grape Variety

Tempranillo 100%

Alcohol by Volume

13.5% ABV

Wine Style

Red Wines

Closure

Cork

Winemaker's Notes

Intense ruby-red colour, with great depth. To the nose, vanilla and cinnamon aromas stand out, mixed with mature fruit. In the mouth, it is smooth and round, with good body and very well integrated sweet tannins.

Available Vintages & Format

SKU	Description	Format	Vintage	Availability	Trade Price	Stock (Cases)
B1806167	MINDIARTE Rioja Crianza 14	Bottle (75cl)	2014	Trade only	-	-
B1806169	MINDIARTE Rioja Crianza 16	Bottle (75cl)	2016	Trade only	-	-
B1806202	MINDIARTE Rioja Crianza 20	Bottle (75cl)	2020	Trade only	-	-

This is not a formal quotation. Prices shown are per bottle (size as indicated) DPD excluding VAT. All wines are sold subject to our Terms and Conditions of Sale.
Stock reported in cases of 12 bottles, 24 halves, 6 magnums (all 9L). Oversize bottles in single units.

Mindiarte Rioja Reserva Mindiarte

Origin: Rioja

Located on the lower slopes of the Cantabrian Mountain Range.

Vinification

Fermentation in stainless steels tanks for 10 days. Maceration with the skins for 20 days to obtain the right colour. Aged for 12 months in American (80%) and French (20%) oak Bordeaux-type barrels. A minimum of 24 months’ bottle ageing.

Contains: sulphites.

Grape Variety

Tempranillo 100%

Alcohol by Volume

13.5% ABV

Wine Style

Red Wines

Closure

Cork

Winemaker's Notes

Appealing deep red colour with ruby and tawny rims. To the nose, smooth notes with good quality wood and spicy hints. In the mouth, round and pleasant, with toasty hints at the finish that give it consistency. Lingering mineral notes.

Available Vintages & Format

SKU	Description	Format	Vintage	Availability	Trade Price	Stock (Cases)
B1806186	MINDIARTE Rioja Reserva 16	Bottle (75cl)	2016	Trade only	-	-
B1806210	MINDIARTE Rioja Reserva 19	Bottle (75cl)	2019	Trade only	-	-

This is not a formal quotation. Prices shown are per bottle (size as indicated) DPD excluding VAT. All wines are sold subject to our Terms and Conditions of Sale.
Stock reported in cases of 12 bottles, 24 halves, 6 magnums (all 9L). Oversize bottles in single units.

Mindiarte Rioja Tinto Mindiarte

Origin: Rioja

Bodegas Sonsierra's wines are amongst the most prestigious Rioja wines, fine and aromatic in their youth, well balanced and with a delicate bouquet once aged. They are wines with a unique personality, with the unmistakable character of a historical area dedicated to wine.

The climate is Mediterranean although Rioja Alta Comarca is a little wetter than Rioja Baja. Temperatures range from 11.8°C - 31.8°C and rainfall between 300 mm - 600 mm per annum. In winter the Cierzo wind blows constantly over the La Rioja region.

Vinification

Fermentation at a controlled temperature of 25ºC to preserve and extract the fruity aromas to the maximum, plus maceration with the skins of around only 7 days so as not to extract too many.

Contains: sulphites.

Grape Variety

Tempranillo 100%

Alcohol by Volume

13.0% ABV

Wine Style

Red Wines

Closure

Cork

Winemaker's Notes

Cherry coloured wine with violet rims. There is a variety of aromas on the nose with a hint of red fruit. The palate is backboned and fresh with a very fruity finish.

Available Vintages & Format

SKU	Description	Format	Vintage	Availability	Trade Price	Stock (Cases)
B1806148	MINDIARTE Rioja Tinto 18	Bottle (75cl)	2018	Trade only	-	-
B1806151	MINDIARTE Rioja Tinto 23	Bottle (75cl)	2023	Trade only	-	-

This is not a formal quotation. Prices shown are per bottle (size as indicated) DPD excluding VAT. All wines are sold subject to our Terms and Conditions of Sale.
Stock reported in cases of 12 bottles, 24 halves, 6 magnums (all 9L). Oversize bottles in single units.

Pagos de la Sonsierra

Origin: San Vicente de la Sonsierra, Spain

Some 5 small vineyards with a unique terroir, located at an altitude of 450-750 metres. Goblet-trained in accordance with a traditional, balanced viticulture that naturally limits the production per hectare. These rain-fed vineyards, with their thin clay-limestone soil, are able to withstand harsh climates & adverse weather conditions. They are south-facing, which ensures they receive enough hours of sunshine to guarantee optimum ripening of the grape clusters. Rainfall is medium to low, with hot summers & cold winters. Daytime & night-time temperatures vary greatly throughout the ripening process, which significantly improves the quality of the grape. Harvested by hand.

Vinification

The must undergoes a cold pre-fermentation maceration followed by alcoholic fermentation in stainless-steel tanks. It is pumped-over frequently in order to achieve optimum colour extraction. Weekly stirring & malolactic fermentation on the lees then takes place in carefully selected French oak barrels from the best cooperages in the world. The wine is left to age for 16 months in barrels of French oak, followed by at least 26 months in the bottle before it is ready to go on sale. Contains: sulphites.

Grape Variety

Tempranillo 100%

Alcohol by Volume

13.5% ABV

Wine Style

Red Wines

Closure

Cork

Winemaker's Notes

This very special Reserva has tremendous complexity, boasting a veritable symphony of flavours. The barrel-aging underlines & complements the exuberance of the ripe fruit that characterises our longest-aged wine. Dark chocolate, raisins & sultanas, chocolate liqueurs, eucalyptus, roasted coffee beans & cream all vie for attention. In the mouth it is voluminous, strong, ample, full-bodied & refined, with an agreeable finish that leaves a deep, long-lasting aftertaste as a powerful reminder of the wines personality.

Sonsierra Gran Reserva

Origin: San Vicente de la Sonsierra, Spain

Handpicked old vineyards, from 40 to 80 years old located on the higher slopes of the Cantabrian Mountain Range.

Vinification

After a gentle crush, cold maceration of the must with the skins for 24 hours. Alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks for 8 days with periodic pumping at a maximum controlled temperature of 27ºC in order to preserve and extract the fruity aromas. Post fermentative maceration for 24-48 hours. Malolactic fermentation in concrete tanks.

24 months in French (70%) and American (30%) oak Bordeaux-type barrels. Minimum 36 months’ bottle aging.

Contains: sulphites.

Grape Variety

Tempranillo 100%

Alcohol by Volume

13.5% ABV

Wine Style

Red Wines

Closure

Cork

Winemaker's Notes

Strong and elegant with an aromatic complexity that develops as the wine airs in the glass. The notes of ripe fruit and currants, so typical of the old-growth vines where the grapes were grown, combine perfectly with the delicate aromas of cocoa, cream and toast and the balsamic hints provided by the wine’s lengthy aging in both barrel and bottle. It is voluminous and very well-structured in the mouth, with strong, sweet tannins that offer a long, silky, enveloping finish.

Vinedos de Sonsierra Vinedo Viejo

Origin: San Vicente de la Sonsierra, Spain

Planted in 1950, this vineyard features bush-trained vines. It is located at an altitude of 435 meters on a small hillside that descends towards the Ebro River. Thanks to its great longevity, the vines have strong, deep roots that help them store reserves in their thick trunks, promoting better budding and growth. Each mature vine directs its greatest effort into every cluster, producing small grapes with deeper, more complex colour, aromas, and flavour.

Vinification

After selection and destemming, the grapes were placed in stainless steel tanks, where fermentation took place over 10 days without post-fermentation maceration. A total of 3,100 litres were produced, which were used to fill 13 new, selected 225-litre French oak barrels, where the wine remained for 21 months without racking.

Contains: sulphites.

Grape Variety

Tempranillo 100%

Alcohol by Volume

13.5% ABV

Wine Style

Red Wines

Closure

Cork

Winemaker's Notes

An intense ruby ​​red colour with deep garnet reflections, clean and bright. The nose reveals intensely fresh black fruit such as black cherry and balsamic aromas, with spicy hints of cocoa and coffee. The palate is long and intense with well-rounded, polished tannins, leaving memories of the aromas recorded on the nose.