Hermanos Hernáiz ‘El Jardin de La Emperatriz ‘ Tinto
WHY WE LOVE IT
- Viñedos Hermanos Hernáiz El Jardín de La Emperatriz Tinto is an elegant Crianza-style red wine from Rioja Alta.
- Produced in Baños de Rioja, this wine highlights the quality of its vineyards, which are characterized by sandy loam soils mixed with white pebbles.
- El Jardín de La Emperatriz Tinto has a balanced and fruit-forward flavor profile.
Varietals: 81% Tempranillo, 19% Garnacha
Elaboration: The grapes are hand-harvested. They are then fermented in steel and concrete vats. The wine is aged for 15 months in French and American oak barrels.
Tasting Notes: “Spiced berries and plums with hints of white pepper and chocolate, framed by a structured, medium-to-full-bodied palate marked by tight, firm tannins. It has a long and sturdy finish right now. Give it two more years. Try from 2027.” -Zekun Shuai, jamessuckling.com
PRESS
2022 – 91 Wine Advocate | 91 James Suckling
PRODUCER BACKGROUND
Viñedos Hermanos Hernáiz, founded by brothers Eduardo and Víctor in 1996, is a respected wine producer in Rioja Alta, Spain. At 570 meters above sea level, the vineyards benefit from a mix of Atlantic and continental climates, with unique soils that enhance wine freshness. The estate spans 110 hectares, featuring old vines averaging 60 years and 32 hectares classified as Viñedo Singular. Located at the historic Finca La Emperatriz in Baños de Rioja, the winery produces elegant, terroir-driven wines using both traditional and modern techniques.