2021 Rioja ‘Hado’, Bodegas Y Viñedos Pujanza
Rioja, Spain
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.
Whats in the bottle
100% Tempranillo
Notable Awards
Tim Atkin: 92/100
James Suckling: 91/100
Guía Proensa: 94/100