Discover LA RIOJA ALTA: Wine Tasting and Winemaker Interview

In this Attorney Somm Podcast, John Jackson, DipWSET a/k/a Attorney Somm conducts a virtual tasting of La Rioja Alta SA's Tempranillo-based wines from Rioja, Spain and interviews La Rioja Alta's winemaker Julio Saenz. Julio first discusses his winemaking experience and the history of La Rioja Alta.

AttorneySomm and Julie Saenz then discuss the Spain wine region Rioja in detail, including Rioja Alta, Rioja Alavesa and Rioja Oriental. Julio explains the impact of the climate, the soils, the elevation and the Ebro river on the style of the wines.

Julio Saenz explains that La Rioja Alta is a classic winemaker. He discusses what this means and the numerous technical innovations implemented at the winery.

Attorney Somm and Julio Saenz discuss the Tempranillo grapes as well as the other grapes blended in with Tempranillo and the ageing program used by La Rioja Alta.

Attorney Somm and Julio Saenz then taste and discuss their notes for the following wines: 2014 Finca Martelo, 2014 La Rioja Alta Vina Arana Gran Reserva and 2011 La Rioja Alta 904 Gran Reserva.

By watching this video, you will learn a lot about the Rioja region, Tempranillo, winemaking in Rioja and La Rioja Alta's wines.

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[Nutritionicity]

Another great discussion, John! I am really enjoying this series of interviews with winemakers! Going straight to the source provides so much insight and knowledge into the regions and the wines. It's so interesting to hear each winemakers philosophies, unique techniques, and overall approach to winemaking. I love Tempranillo from Rioja! Thanks again for providing a wealth of opportunities to raise our wine IQ!

[sanjaypatelmd]

Thank you thank you…..great video…. One of my favorite Spanish wine maker!

[melissamlarsson]

Such a wonderful session! You did an amazing job, John! It’s been interesting, educational and presented really well. Julio Saénz was very professional, knowledgeable and explained everything in details. I was able to learn so much about iconic Spanish producer La Rioja Alta Winery, their wines, winemaking tecniques, and tasting notes. Absolutely delicious wines. Will check them out! Thanks for sharing your insights, knowledge and your experience in such a positive and entertaining way! Hope you have a fantastic weekend!

[neseturan]

La Rioja Alta S.A. is widely recognised to be one of the finest wineries in the Rioja region. Your presentation was amazing and I found your session very fascinating and insightful, John! 💫 Julio Saenz was very knowledgeable and courteous! Enjoyed to learn about this amazing winery, winemaking process and tasting notes. Very beneficial information for us! Thanks to both of you! Cheers! 🍷🍷

[sipsavor.sights]

This was an extremely informative, enjoyable and above all valuable session, John! Great conversation and insights from you and Julio Saénz. I appreciate the opportunity to discover more about the historic La Rioja Alta Winery and all exclusive wines. Now I need to find these wines. Thank you both, for perfect information and clarification. Cheers John! 🍷🍷

[FoodiewineloverGina]

Tempranillo from Rioja has a certain je ne sais quoi that makes it appealing. La Rioja Alta seems to be producing top notch wines in this Spanish region, and I appreciate the extended aging that takes place at the winery. I find this process suitable for people like myself who don’t have the patience to wait for the wine to age at home. Thank you for this fantastic Live session, I learned a lot about Julio’s winemaker’s skills as well as his approach in crafting these wines. You did it again, John! Bravo! Salud! 🍷