2021 Rioja ‘Hado’, Bodegas Y Viñedos Pujanza

Deep ruby with violet edges, this Rioja opens with aromas of black cherry, plum, and violets, underpinned by spice and fresh earth. The palate is vibrant and structured – ripe fruit carried by fine tannins and lifted acidity, leaving a long, mineral-driven finish.

For when: you want Rioja’s richness with a modern, lifted edge.
Pairs with: lamb chops, jamón Ibérico, or grilled vegetables.
If this wine were a person, it’d be sharp-suited but with sneakers underneath.

Pujanza is a boutique winery in Laguardia, in Rioja Alavesa, known for crafting precise, terroir-driven wines. Their vineyards sit on limestone soils at high altitude, bringing freshness and finesse to Tempranillo. This wine is a contemporary take on Rioja – polished, elegant, and pure.