Elena Corzana

Maturana Tinta

$397.85 CAD

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This rare wine represents Elena's noble mission to restore the authenticity of her hometown's terroir. Made from a recently rediscovered native grape variety, Maturana Tinta, that had all but disappeared until a handful of vines were found in Rioja in the early 90s. The grape’s genetic profile coincides with that of the almost extinct French variety, Castets, a cousin of Cabernet Franc.

The organically grown Maturana Tinta vineyard that Elena cares for was passed down through her family and is one of the first that was replanted with the grape variety. It's located in her hometown of Navarrete, La Rioja. Elena herself has planted roughly 2000 more vines in 2014. She only produces 600 bottles per season and does absolutely everything by hand. 

After manually harvesting and de-stemming, the grapes undergo natural fermentation with their indigenous yeasts. The wine is then aged in amphoras that are locally made from Navarrete's famous red clay.

The area has a long tradition of artisanal alfarería (pottery) which Elena is also working to bring back to life, her paternal grandfather was a potter. The distinctly red clay of Navarrete is highly mineral and less porous than that of other regions, and Elena notes that it elevates the Maturana's qualities while adding roundness to the texture.

"The clay gives the wine a more complex and elegant character, and also helps to preserve the freshness and acidity of the grape, allowing it to express itself in a more natural way." – Elena Corzana

The wine is spicy and floral, with distinct aromas of cracked peppercorns and violets. The Maturana's freshness and acidity are exceptionally maintained thanks to the amphora aging and the tannins are pleasant. The finish has some herbal notes and a chalky dry texture. Truly a magical wine and very unique.

Elena was born in Navarrete, La Rioja, her family has been involved in wine for generations. She is an agricultural engineer, oenologist, sommelier, viticulturist, and now produces her own wines. After her studies, Elena worked in renowned wineries in Rioja, Montpellier France, New Zealand, South Africa, Australia, and Chile before finally returning home to focus on making wines from her family’s vineyards. Apart from wine, Elena also produces small batch artisanal olive oil from her family's olive grove.  

Elena is a partner to Albae Wine Club and represents us in Rioja, her expert opinion and friendship is invaluable.

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