At a glance

Producer

Bodegas y Viñedos Artuke

Region

Rioja, Spain

Grape variety

Tempranillo, Graciano

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$30-$45 USD

Tasting profile

Black and red fruits, violets, mineral notes, subtle spice, well-integrated oak.

Evolution: Fruit will soften; savory, earthy, and tertiary notes (leather, dried herbs) emerge after 4-6 years of aging.

At peak: Elegant blend of fruit, savory, and mineral; fine tannins, lingering finish, complex aromatics at peak (2025-2029).

Structure

Acidity

Moderate to high; supports aging and freshness.

Tannins

Medium, finely grained.

Alcohol

13.5% ABV (typical for the cuvée/vintage).

Aging potential

Strong for a site-specific Rioja: best within 8-10 years after vintage.

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2025 to 2029

Optimal window

2024 to 2031

Current status

Youthful, primary fruit-driven, but with structure evident for aging.

Current condition

Fresh, expressive, moderate tannin, vibrant acidity, showing varietal typicity.

Artuke's single-vineyard Pies Rotos bottling is crafted for freshness and terroir expression, with moderate extraction and sensitive oak use. The structure supports mid-term cellaring; complexity increases toward years 3-7 after harvest before gradual decline in fruit and vibrancy.

Food pairing

Roast lamb, grilled duck, charred vegetables, paella, Manchego, or aged sheep's cheese.

Serving

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Dry farming; minimal chemical inputs; cover cropping; low-intervention winemaking; manual harvesting; lightweight bottles; increasing use of renewable energy at the winery.

Artuke is recognized regionally for a holistic approach: organic farming, ecosystem health, and minimal synthetic intervention. They use natural vineyard management, foster biodiversity, and prioritize ecological balance over yield maximization. Packaging is considered, but some exports may still use traditional glass. Energy and water use are tracked and continue to improve, with growing renewable energy adoption. Carbon footprint mostly determined by transportation to end consumer—minimal in Spain/EU, higher outside Europe. Strong sustainability ethos, with further progress on packaging and renewable power planned.