El Pacto Rioja

Winemaker López de Haro on the winery

“Our winery is located in San Vicente de la Sonsierra, in the heart of Rioja Alta. This region has a long winemaking tradition and is surrounded by old vineyards at the foot of the Sierra de Cantabria. At Bodegas López de Haro, we aim to combine Rioja’s classic character with a contemporary approach to winemaking. We have great respect for old vines, local grape varieties and the knowledge passed down through generations of winegrowers. Above all, our wines should express the richness and individuality of this remarkable region.”

And on Rioja, Spain

“For our El Pacto, we use predominantly Tempranillo from old, organically farmed vineyards in the Sonsierra, around San Vicente de la Sonsierra. These old vines produce small quantities of grapes with great concentration and character. After harvesting, we allow spontaneous fermentation with native yeasts, followed by careful skin maceration to develop colour and structure. The wine then ages in oak barrels. The result is a characterful Rioja with ripe red and dark fruit, spicy notes and a fine balance between fruit, oak and soft tannins.”