The Bodegas Arzuaga Navarro winery is in the heart of the famous Ribera del Duero Designation of Origin, on what is known as the ‘golden mile’ alongside neighbours, and makers of Spain most recognised wine; Vega Sicilia.
There are 210 hectares (520 acres) of vineyards distributed between the immediate surroundings of the winery and the natural area of La Planta estate. The Arzuaga vineyards enjoy a unique climate: sunshine and clear skies in the daytime and cool, damp nights. This climatic combination means the grapes ripen slowly but perfectly, producing healthy fruit with plenty of colour, full of sugar and aromatic acidity. In this region of Castile, where low fertility is a feature of the soils, the Tinto Fino or Tempranillo variety is grown, together with the French grapes Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. 80% of the vineyards are more than 20 years old, with a production of more or less 4,000 kg/ha.
Their outstanding, award winning wines are now available in New Zealand for the first time since the winery’s inception more than 30 years ago.
