Wineries
Capital and symbol of La Rioja, our elaborations are made in the oldest winery in the city. Land of wine par excellence, the city sleeps on the banks of the Ebro River. The winery is built on top of a hill, it is possible to take advantage of the difference of height so that the winemaking process is carried out by using gravity all along the five different levels. This way, each step of the process is developed in a different floor, and the wine goes from one floor to the next one in a natural way. This process contributes to obtain higher quality.
The underground tunnels of the winery, which have been preserved since the Middle Ages. These are underground caves that enabled communication throughout the city in the underground. In this place we can find constant humidity and temperature throughout the year, ideal conditions for resting and improving our wines.
All this work is developed with the experience and extensive trajectory of more than 130 years of work that supports us.
Castillo de Logroño
Logroño, whose name refers to its birth next to the Ebro river and a city closely linked to the culture of wine, is the capital of La Rioja. Land of castles and vineyards, its history is the history of wine and grape harvest. The wine is reflected even in the garnet color of the Cross of San Andrés marked on its flag, a symbol of unity with the House of Burgundy. In Logroño, wine is present in every corner of the city.
These wines trie to reflect the rich diversity of terroir that the Appellation Rioja owns. It is all about selecting the grapes of different origin, climate, altitude and soil to capture the most faithful representation of this region.
Winemakers
Victor and David Fernández de Manzanos are the fifth generation of a family dedicated to wine´s world, more than 130 years committed body and soul to the cultivation of the vine and the elaboration of quality wines in DOCa Rioja, one of the most relevant appellations in the world.
The Fdez. De Manzanos brothers were born in the land of wine par excellence which have grown between vineyards, wineries and wines, currently are dedicated body and soul to develop the legacy received in 2010 by the previous 4 generations, from that year began a rigorous work on finding the most exclusive terroirs, selection of the best grapes, and overseeing every elaboration in order to achieve its consistent goal: “to share with us your passion, WINE.”
Vineyards
DOCa Rioja has a very particular climate and soils for the growth of the grape varieties from which the wines of great quality and personality are elaborated that distinguish us from the rest of the world appellations. Our vineyards are spread throughout the denomination distributed in different strategic points, this allows us to explore the qualities of each terroir and its singularities, in this way we can make a selection on each plot to produce each type of wine. In turn, the viticulture we practice is sustainable, always respecting the environment.
Terroir
The confluence of the Atlantic and the Mediterranean climate, smooth temperatures, regular rainfall and the air currents generated by our unique wind “Cierzo”, make up an excellent microclimate for growing grapes. In addition, we have different types of soil, among which the three best known predominate: calcareous clay, ferrous clay and alluvial.
All the above together with the different ages of the vines and trellises or bush constitute an ideal ecosystem for the optimal development of our vineyards.
Grape varieties
Red: Tempranillo, Garnacha Tinta, Graciano, Mazuelo and Maturana Tinta.
White: Viura, Malvasia, Garnacha Blanca, Tempranillo Blanco, Maturana Blanca, Turruntés, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Verdejo.
Castillo de Logroño Blanco
DOCa Rioja
DATA SHEET
Lemon-yellow, clean and bright.
AROMA
High intensity aroma dominated by citrus fruit (lemon, grapefruit and tropical fruit (pineapple and passion fruit).
TASTE
Fresh, pleasant with balanced acidity and long aftertaste.
Viura, Chardonnay
ALCOHOL
13,00%
Grapes come from the vineyards of “Rioja del Reyno” with Mediterranean influence. “El Puerto” is a Viura vineyard planted in trellis with sand and clay soil at 400-500 meters (1300- 1600 ft) altitude. “La Planilla” is a Chardonnay vineyard planted in trellis on a gentle slope with limestone and clay soil.
Castillo de Logroño Rosado
DOCa Rioja
DATA SHEET
Pale pink, clean and bright.
AROMA
Medium intensity aroma where stands out the red fruit and flowers scents.
TASTE
Fresh with balanced acidity and flowers aftertaste.
Garnacha
ALCOHOL
13,00%
AGEING
6 months in French oak barrels.
Grapes come from the vineyards of “Rioja del Reyno” with Mediterranean influence. “Uson” is a Grenache vineyard planted in trellis with sand and clay soil at 400-500 meters (1300-1600 ft) altitude.
Castillo de Logroño Tempranillo
DOCa Rioja
DATA SHEET
Red with medium intensity garnet iridescence.
AROMA
Fresh with aromas of black fruit like blackberry, blueberry and light scents chocolate and spices.
TASTE
Fresh, young, elegant, round and with a long aftertaste.
Tempranillo
ALCOHOL
14,50%
AGEING
4 months in American oak barrels.
Grapes come from the vineyards of “Rioja Alta” with Atlantic influence. Vineyards located in “Ribafrecha” of the Tempranillo variety planted in trellis with clay and limestone soil at 500-600 meters (1600- 2000 ft) altitude.
Castillo de Logroño Garnacha
DOCa Rioja
DATA SHEET
Strawberry red of medium intensity, clean and bright.
AROMA
Stands out for its aromas of black fruit, ripe fruit, violets, and scents of vanilla and chocolate coming from the oak barrel.
TASTE
Well structured, round and mellow.
Garnacha
ALCOHOL
14,50%
AGEING
6 months in French oak barrels.
Grapes come from the vineyards of “Rioja del Reyno” with Mediterranean influence. “Uson” is a Grenache vineyard planted in trellis with sand and clay soil at 400-500 meters (1300- 1600 ft) altitude.
Castillo de Logroño Graciano
DOCa Rioja
DATA SHEET
Intense cherry red color deep with vivid garnet iridescence.
AROMA
Medium-high intensity, with predominance of raspberry, black pepper, eucalyptus and subtle toasted scents.
TASTE
Full-bodied, elegant, fresh, and with silky tannins.
Graciano
ALCOHOL
14,50%
AGEING
6 months. American and French oak barrels.
Grapes come from the vineyards of
“Rioja del Reyno” with Mediterranean
influence. “La Vellida” is a Graciano
vineyard planted in trellis with sand
and clay soil at 400-500 meters (1300-
1600 ft) altitude.
Castillo de Logroño Crianza
DOCa Rioja
DATA SHEET
Intense red color with garnet hues.
AROMA
Expressive, elegant, with liquorice, black fruit, pastry and chocolatesscents.
TASTE
Intense, ripe and elegant.
Tempranillo, Garnacha
ALCOHOL
14,50%
AGEING
12 months. 50% French 50% American oak barrels.
AGEING IN BOTTLE
At least 6 months ageing in bottle.
Grapes come from the vineyards of “Rioja Alta” and “Rioja Oriental”. Vineyards located in “Ribafrecha” of the Tempranillo variety planted in trellis with clay and limestone soil at 500-600 meters (1600- 2000 ft) altitude and more than 30 years of age. “Uson” is a Grenache vineyard planted in trellis with sand and clay soil at 400-500 meters (1300- 1600 ft) altitude and more than 30 years of age.
Castillo de Logroño Reserva
DOCa Rioja
DATA SHEET
Tawny color of medium intensity.
AROMA
Ripe aroma, red fruit, prune, licorice, pastry and leather scents.
TASTE
Silky, round and elegant with fruit in liqueur hints.
90% Tempranillo 10% Garnacha
ALCOHOL
14,50%
AGEING
18 months. 50% French 50% American oak barrels.
AGEING IN BOTTLE
18 months ageing in bottle.
Grapes come from the vineyards of “Rioja Alta” and “Rioja Oriental”. Vineyards located in “Ribafrecha” of the Tempranillo variety planted in trellis with clay and limestone soil at 500-600 meters (1600- 2000 ft) altitude and more than 30 years of age. “Los Quiñones” is a Grenache vineyard planted in trellis with sand and clay soil at 400-500 meters (1300- 1600 ft) altitude and more than 40 years of age.
Castillo de Logroño Gran Reserva
DOCa Rioja
DATA SHEET
Tawny color, clean and bright.
AROMA
Medium intensity, with aromas of licorice, dried fruits, roasted coffee and cocoa.
TASTE
Full body, round and tasty.
Tempranillo, Garnacha, Graciano
ALCOHOL
14,50%
AGEING
36 months. Between 2 and 6 years old French and American oak barrels.
AGEING IN BOTTLE
8 years.
Grapes come from the vineyards of “Rioja Alta” and “Rioja Oriental”. Vineyards located in “Ribafrecha” of the Tempranillo variety planted in trellis with clay and limestone soil at 500-600 meters (1600- 2000 ft) altitude and more than 30 years of age. “Los Quiñones” is a Grenache vineyard planted in trellis with sand and clay soil at 400-500 meters (1300- 1600 ft) altitude and more than 40 years of age. “La Vellida” is a Graciano vineyard planted in trellis with sand and clay soil at 400-500 meters (1300- 1600 ft) altitude and more than 30 years of age.
