La Carbonera
Altos Ibéricos Crianza, DOCa Rioja
Altos Ibéricos Crianza represents a new take on La Rioja. This light, elegant, and modern interpretation presents the essence of Tempranillo in all its beauty. The Crianza offers a bright and contemporary red with smooth, juicy tannin, elevated aromas, and full-bodied fruit. Named after Alto Otero, a beautiful local enclave, Altos Ibéricos is also inspired by one of the region’s most iconic species: the Iberian ibex or wild goat.
Sourced predominantly from Rioja Alavesa, the cooler of Rioja’s subregions, this 100% Tempranillo displays a naturally higher-toned acid without the blending of other varieties. The vines are 60-80 years old on average and some of the oldest in Rioja, providing low yields of concentrated fruit.
- Region
- La Rioja
- Appellation
- DOCa Rioja
- Varietal Composition
- Tempranillo
- Aging
- 12 months in French and American oak barrels (7% new).
The wine has a dark cherry red color. It has exquisite fruit notes of raspberry jam and spicy hints of green peppercorn and toasted bread. On the palate, the wine is warm and has velvety, juicy tannins that are well balanced with oak aging.
Wine Enthusiast
92 Points
2021
"Red in the glass and densely colored. Impressive aromatics bring together ripe berries and bramble, a pinch of dried herbs, and lightly savory finish. Sheared-velvet tannins and juicy length."
— Elaine Chukan Brown, 2025
James Suckling
90 Points
2021
"Savory red plums with a touch of oranges and iron. Medium-bodied with juicy, plummy fruit, firm tannins and a medium-length finish. Drink now."
— 2025
