Armenteria Orujo Blanco
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As a high-proof distilled spirit, this Orujo Blanco does not mature or deteriorate in the bottle. It is ready to enjoy immediately upon release and will remain in peak condition indefinitely when stored in a cool, dark place.
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Traditional Spanish almond cake (Tarta de Santiago), rich dark chocolate desserts, or served ice-cold alongside a fresh espresso as a classic post-dinner digestif.
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La Rioja Alta, S.A., globally revered for its legendary red wines, also preserves the ancient Spanish craft of distillation through its Armenteria line. Armenteria Orujo Blanco is a traditional pomace brandy (orujo) crafted from the remaining grape skins, seeds, and stems of the estate's high-quality harvest, primarily Tempranillo and Viura. Distilled using traditional copper alembics, this crystal-clear spirit captures the very soul of the Rioja terroir. Historically, orujo was distilled by traveling alambiqueiros who moved from village to village after the harvest. Today, La Rioja Alta honors this heritage, producing a spirit characterized by intense aromas of dried stone fruits, fresh table grapes, and a whisper of wild herbs, delivering a smooth, warming, and clean finish.
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Founded in 1890 by five Basque and Riojan families in the historic Barrio de la Estación of Haro, La Rioja Alta, S.A. stands as one of the ultimate benchmarks of traditional Rioja winemaking. The estate is globally renowned for its uncompromising dedication to long-term oak aging, maintaining an in-house cooperage to craft American oak barrels that impart its signature vanilla and spice character. While deeply rooted in Haro, the group has expanded its viticultural footprint to include exceptional estates in Ribera del Duero and Rías Baixas. Their legendary portfolio, headlined by the iconic Gran Reserva 890, Gran Reserva 904, and Viña Ardanza, represents the pinnacle of elegance, complexity, and extraordinary aging potential.