ABOUT THE BRAND
Lucia Victoria is more than a wine it is a tribute to heritage, family, and the enduring spirit of Rioja. Rooted in one of Spain’s most historic winemaking regions, the label carries the names of two generations, a celebration of legacy passed down through vines that have long shaped the landscape and culture of Rioja. Crafted with respect for tradition yet guided by a modern vision, Lucia Victoria embodies the balance between history and progress, passion and patience. Each bottle reflects not just the character of the land, but the dedication of those who cultivate it, offering a wine that is as much about the story behind it as the experience within it.
ABOUT THE WINE
VINTAGE: 202o
PRODUCER: DBL / Valdelacierva
LOCATION: Baños de Ebro
APPELLATION: Rioja Alavesa
VARIETALS: 100% Tempranillo
AGEING: 8 months in American oak barrels
ALCOHOL: 14%
TASTING NOTES:
50% of the wine undergoes malolactic fermentation in new French oak barrels before the 8-month Crianza process. Deep ruby color with violet hues. Intense aromas of red and black fruit, including raspberries and black cherry. Firm, yet sweet tannins with subtle notes of vanilla and chocolate that lead to a long finish. Drink now or age for 3-4 years for optimal integration and development.
ABOUT THE WINERY
Valdelacierva is located in the heart of the Rioja Alta and has access to more than 125 hectares of vineyard, spread over small plots with old vines ranging in age from 25 to 130 years old in Rioja Alta and Rioja Alavesa. Valdelacierva can be seen as a rather young, expressive, and dynamic winery producing wines with the unmistakable stamp of the local terroir.
ABOUT RIOJA ALAVESA
Rioja Alavesa is the smallest of the three wine-producing sub-regions in Rioja, Spain. It is situated to the north of the River Ebro. The ash-colored Cantabrian mountains dominate the landscape here, towering over the zone to the north. It is the closest of the three sub-zones to the Atlantic Ocean and thus the one most influenced by its cooling effects. The soil on the slopes and terraces where the vines are grown is rich in chalky clay and limestone, resulting in wines that are characterful and rich in extract. Annual rainfall is 20 inches on average, which forces the roots to burrow deep into the soil in search of water.
