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Desde el Barrio de la Estación en Haro, Rioja, charlo con Rui Felizardo de la Compañía Vinícola del Norte de España, mejor conocida como CVNE. Agradezco a Méndez y Compañía por el apoyo para hacer posible esta visita. Consigan estos vinos en Puerto Rico con la Bodega de Méndez.
Recibimos en esta nueva edición de Rock and Wine a Víctor Urrutia, CEO de CVNE... Y sus diez canciones favoritas de la historia del rock
El Colegio de Ingenieros Industriales de Aragón y la Rioja ha organizado esta semana el Congreso de Industria 4.0. En Diario Económico nos acercamos a la denominada Cuarta Revolución Industrial. Hablamos con una de las coordinadoras del congreso, Ángela Laguna. Además, nos acercamos a una de las experiencias presentadas, la implementadad en la bodega riojana CVNE. La monitarización y toma de decisiones ha permitido reducir el embotellamiento de cinco a cuatro días semanales lo que ha supuesto un ahorro en la factura de la luz de un 20% o lo que es lo mismo 9.000 euros mensuales con los actuales precios. Proyecto desarrollado por dos empresas. Hablamos con Carlos Vela de la empresa zaragozana Energy Minus y con Alfonso Álvarez, de la empresa riojana Softwine.
Fundada en 1879, en Haro, corazón de Rioja Alta y capital de la Denominación de Origen, esta bodega evolucionó para ser uno de los principales referentes de la comarca y de todo su país; hoy, después de haber colectado la mayor cantidad de premios que una bodega puede llegar a aspirar (incluyendo el No.1 de la lista Top 100 de Wine Spectator), nos ofrece vinos de nomenclatura clásica, con estilos diferentes y de dos de las tres sub-regiones de la D.O. Aquí proponemos tres de ellos: -CUNE REAL RESERVA 2015; Compañía Vinícola del Norte de España, D.O.Ca. Rioja (Rioja Alavesa y Alta). -IMPERIAL RESERVA 2016; Compañía Vinícola del Norte de España, D.O.Ca. Rioja (Rioja Alta). -CONTINO RESERVA 2016; D.O.Ca. Rioja (Rioja Alavesa); Viñedos del Contino (propiedad de C.V.N.E.). ¡Esperamos que lo disfrutes!
Peter Dauthieu is a Director at Ehrmann's, a leading distributor across the UK and Ireland. He is based in Jerez, is MD of Viniberia and responsible for Viniberia Almacenista which consolidates the sherry range sold by Ehrmann's in the UK. Peter has worked in the wien trade since 1997 - at Ehrmann's Wines aand also as Export Director at CVNE. In 2002 Peter graduated with a Wine MBA from Bordeaux University. I originally approached Ehrmann's through their distributor, United Wines, with a view to explore the 'BeefSteak Club' wines. I have a great admiration for companies that can develop value brands that in turn deliver very drinkable wine. The BeefSteak label does just that! Peter very quickly changed my mind by pointing out that, as he lives in Jerez (and is quite the Sherry expert), I might begin the Ehrmann's story with a podcast on almacenista sherry with an additional focus on his family's long association with the great sherry bodega, Williams and Humbert. (BeefSteak to follow at a later date ... ) Yes Please! You never have to ask me twice when it comes to talking about what is probably one of the most exciting wines and wine regions in the world.
In the show, I welcome Victor Urrutia, the CEO of the Compañia Vinícola del Norte de España (CVNE) one of the most famed bodegas in Rioja, which has been around since 1879. Victor is part of the 5th generation of a family that has run CVNE (said coo-NAY) for 141 years. We discuss the storied history of this classic, traditional, high quality bodega, and probe into a dozen other Rioja-related topics. Victor and I cover many subjects, and I was thrilled to have him - it’s been really hard for me to find Spanish producers to come on the show and he comes from one of the most historic, classic, and outstanding bodegas in Rioja (I drink A LOT of CVNE!). Here’s a high level of what you’ll find in the show: Victor tells us the story of his family in Rioja and in wine, and his circuitous route to becoming a leader that combines a progressive attitude with a strong respect for tradition. We dork out on the Rioja region. Victor tells us all about what is important and what is not in the world of Rioja wine. We discuss the three major regions (Alta, Alavesa, Baja/Oriental) and how they differ in geography, grape types, and traditions. We hit on climate, climate change, and the land that surrounds Rioja Victor compares Rioja to Champagne (at first I was skeptical, but I see his point now and you will too) and the movement towards single vineyard wines to the grower movement. We have a nerdy discussion about Italians in Barolo, the French in Champagne, and the Riojanos and how all these regions share much common ground (I promise, it comes together!). Victor tells us about the differences between the four brands under the CVNE umbrella in short: CVNE is the flagship brand. Grapes come from both Rioja Alta and Rioja Alavesa, and from warmer and cooler climates to make highly drinkable, tasty wine. CVNE is made every year, and is made in a traditional style. It is a classic Rioja which changes with vintage, but never wavers on quality. Imperial is Reserva and Gran Reserva only. These wines are structured, excellent for aging, and only made in the best years from estate grown fruit in Rioja Alta. First made in the 1920s, these wines are the benchmark style of classic Rioja for many familiar with the region. Viña Real was also launched in the 1920s, but it is more fruit forward, has a stronger new oak component and a higher percentage of Garnacha to make it more fruit forward and “modern” in style. Grapes come from Rioja Alavesa. Contino is CVNE’s single vineyard brand, established in 1973. These wines are reflective of the site in Rioja Alavesa and are usually more fruit forward and powerful than either Imperial or Viña Real. Monopole is the white wine we mention, that has a portion of Sherry blended in, representing the old school style. It’s outstanding. We end with a few business questions about how Spain invested to become such a force in the modern wine world, the future of Rioja if Alavesa (which is located squarely in Basque country) was to separate from the larger region, and the plans for CVNE, which involve never being satisfied and always doing better (an excellent goal). This is a lively, unique look at Rioja. Take a listen then try these wines – I have been a pretty loyal drinker for years and I can promise that if you like Rioja, these will wow you! And register for current classes at: www.winefornormalpeople.com/classes _____________________________________________________ Thanks to our sponsors this week: Wine Access Visit: www.wineaccess.com/normal and for a limited time get $20 off your first order of $50 or more! Wine Access is a web site that has exclusive wines that overdeliver for the price (of which they have a range). Check out their awesome wine site with fantastic, hard to find wines -- you won't regret it! Thanks to YOU! The podcast supporters on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/winefornormalpeople
“Our future is in our past”. Winemakers are well aware of history when it comes to their brand. CVNE CEO Victor Urrutia related that quote during our phone interview just last week and there is no question that he speaks the truth. CVNE is located in Rioja, the well know wine producing area of Spain. [...]
We love our Vino Lingo. Listen to this in-house term “Grand-a-night Hooker” as defined by CVNE CEO Victor Urrutia.
Adam speaks with Victor Urrutia, CEO of Spain's iconic CVNE, about the challenges and opportunities facing Spanish wine in America, as well as how Spanish wineries can do a better job with their online presence and accessibility to visitors. Please send any requests or suggestions for future Conversations to podcast@vinepair.com. Thanks for listening, and be well. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
CVNE "Cune" Crianza In this episode, Rob, Scott, and Becky all review a highly regarded wine from Spain in CVNE "Cune" Crianza. Will this wine experience the same high regard from the show, or will the wine be as forgettable as Scott's "humor"? We shall see...on The Wine Vault.
Victor Urrutia is the CEO of Compania Vinicola del Norte de Espana also known as CVNE or CUNE. He is fifth generation and only the seventh person to run this family business. CVNE is a storied Rioja producer dating back to 1879. Under Victor's tenure, CVNE has combined traditional winemaking methods with modern innovation.The Grape Nation is powered by Simplecast.
Invitados al programa: Maria Larrea (Enóloga de bodegas Cvne) Enrique Bastida (propietario del bar Benigno en Haro, La Rioja) Ángel Pérez Aguilar (Propietario de la Vieja Bodega) Alejandro Rituerto (Fundador de Embutidos Alejandro)
Maria Larrea got off the plane and came straight to the Toronto studio to talk about her fantastic wines that will be coming out in vintages shortly.
Another in our series of the greatest wines in the world, this dorky, in-depth show goes over the intricate details of Rioja, Spain. The history is just fascinating(especially the ties to France), and the wines are a marvel. Rioja truly is a GREAT. If the podcast is too weedy for you, skip to the end. MC Ice asks me a question about traditional practices in Europe and how I feel about it restricting creativity, and I give a staunch defense of the regulations in an answer he didn't expect! Thanks to our sponsors this week: YOU! The podcast supporters on Patreon, who are helping us to make the podcast possible and who we give goodies in return for their help! Check it out today: https://www.patreon.com/winefornormalpeople Last Bottle I love this service!! Last Bottle Wines finds great wines and offers them at a one time discount. Last Bottle Wines: Is a fun way to discover the best wines at the lowest prices Maintains relationships with producers in the most prestigious wine regions around the world and traveling to Europe several times each year to eat with, stay with, drink with, walk the vineyards with the people who make the wines. Offer a range of prices from low end to high end $9 to $99 and the wines range from the lesser known kinds like Albariño and Bläufrankish to Cabernet, Merlot and Chardonnay. Visit: http://lastbottlewines.com/normal and join to get a $10 instant credit to use toward your first order. Invite your wine drinking pals and they’ll get $10 instantly and you get $30 when they make their first buy. Here are the show notes: Overview Rio Oja – river oja I discuss location: in the Ebro River Valley between Obarees Mountains, Sierra de Cantabria in the North, Sierra de la Demanda in the south I mention the great wine houses of Haro: Roda, Muga, CVNE, Ramon Bilbao, López de Heredia to name a few. I also mention Logroño, the capital city of the region with producers: Marques de Murrieta and Ontanon History: Yes, it's weedy, but I find it fascinating so I take you through Rioja's history from Phoenician settlers in 11thc BC to Ancient Romans, monks, the importance of El Camino (not the 1970s car, but the religious pilgrimage!), the Reconquista, colonial times to more modern ones. We discuss the strong ties between Bordeaux, over the Pyrenees, and Rioja and how phylloxera actually served to cement that tie and help Rioja soar to new heights Geography: We really get dorky here, discussing the River Ebro & its 7 tributaries that create valleys of Rioja We talk about the climate, the microclimates and importantly, the sub regions: Rioja Alta: Just under 50% of vineyards, premium wine Sub valleys: Oja, Najerilla, Iregua Rioja Alavesa: 20% of wine, similar to Alta Rioja Baja: further south in Ebro Valley, much drier, warmer climate, thanks to the Mediterranean influence 37% of production and growing (young producers) Sub valleys: Cidacos (Bodegas Ontañon, one of my favorites is here), Leza, Jubera, Alhama Grapes: Reds: Tempranillo, Garnacha, Graciano, Mazuelo (Carignan), Maturana Tinta Whites: Viura/Macabeo (the Cava grape), Malvasía de Rioja, Garnacha Blanca, Tempranillo Blanco, Maturana Blanca, Turruntés de Rioja Type of Wine: Blends of grape varieties, vineyards and towns. Control Board issues to those wines that meet quality and tipicity requirements: Joven:Guarantees the origin and vintage of the wine. Fresh, fruity. Crianza wines: Minimum of 1 year in casks/oak, 1 year in bottle. For white wines, the minimum cask ageing period is 6 mo Reserva wines: Selected wines of the best vintages with an excellent potential. Aged a minimum of 3 years -- 1 in cask, at least 6 months in bottle. For whites, the minimum ageing period is 2 years, with at least 6 months in casks. Gran Reserva wines: Selected wines from exceptional vintages. Aged a minimum of 60 months -- 2 years in cask, 2 in bottle. Whites: 4 years, with 1 year in cask Viticulture: We end with a discussion of the restrictions around viticulture and winemaking and how restrictive it is. M.C. Ice gets me to wax poetic on whether I think we should restrict producers in this way, and I give an impassioned plea as to why I think it is essential. I heavily relied on the awesome site: https://us.riojawine.com/en/ for information in this pod! Also, I mentioned a Spanish language podcast I like. Here's the link to Coffee Break Spanish
Justin Berlin is a founding partner of Spanish Wine Exclusives, a Spanish wine importer.
Victor Urrutia is the CEO of CVNE (Compañía Vinícola del Norte de España) in Rioja, Spain. Also in this episode, Erin Scala talks old vines.
Learn a whole lot about Spanish wine on a brand new episode of In the Drink with Joe Campanale and guest Victor Urrutia. Victor is part of the fifth generation owners of CVNE, and the seventh family member to run the company. The venerable Wine Company of the North of Spain, known by its Spanish acronym, CVNE, was founded in 1879 in Haro, Rioja. To this day, it remains a family company. Trained as a lawyer, Victor joined the CVNE Board of Directors in 1998 at the age of 25, while working in a bank. This program was brought to you by Michter’s. “There’s large chunks of the world that unfortunately can’t afford high end wines. I keep seeing the same people from the same wineries everywhere I go.” [9:00] “Ultimately you want to make a wine that reflects its origins. If you make a wine that could come from anywhere – you’re doing something that doesn’t have too much of a soul.” [20:00] –Victor Urrutia on In the Drink