The 2019 classic marks the primary single-vineyard wine from the award-winning vineyard in Rioja DOCa
Beronia and González Byass USA have launched the primary single-vineyard wine to come back from the acclaimed vineyard in Rioja: the Beronia Vareia 2019. The Rioja DOCa created new classifications in 2018, permitting Winemaker Matías Calleja to focus efforts on a single winery plot of Tempranillo, first planted in 1950, making this Singular Winery excellent.
The identify of the wine pays tribute to the previous metropolis of Vareia, which was thought of some of the essential cities for the Beron folks – Beronia is outlined because the ‘land earlier than La Rioja,’ paying homage to the Berones who lived there – and was one of many strongest cities of its area on the time.
In 2022, Beronia opened their new 100% sustainable, LEED licensed vineyard within the Rioja Alta, a part of the zero-emission pledge. The DOC Rioja has touted the 2019 classic as wonderful and is likely one of the first wines to be made on the new vineyard.
“We’re thrilled to introduce the Vareia to the Beronia vary within the U.S.,” says Andrew Sinclair, VP of Gross sales and Advertising and marketing of González Byass USA. “Beronia is understood for his or her high quality and excellence. Bringing this Single Winery wine to the U.S. market showcases the high quality wine popping out of Rioja and introduces Beronia to the next tier viewers.”
The Beronia Vareia 2019 is aged for 11 months in new French oak. Like a traditional Tempranillo from Rioja, the wine is a garnet coloration and sophisticated on the nostril, with aromas of purple fruits, licorice and rose petals, over a background of cocoa and spices. On the palate, the Vareia is a full-bodied, balanced and well-structured wine.
Retailing for $79.99, the Beronia Vareia may have restricted distribution within the U.S. in Winter 2023 and can enhance distribution in 2024.