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Santalba is a family-owned organic winery nestled in the picturesque Rioja Alta region of Spain. Established in 1964, this winery embodies a deep-rooted passion for the land and a commitment to crafting high-quality wines. With generations of dedication, Santalba has become a respected name in the D.O. Ca. Rioja wine community.
The name Santalba is derived from the founder, Santiago Ijalba, who has been perfecting the art of winemaking since 1964. His vision led to the creation of Bodegas SANTALBA, where he is joined by his children, Roberto and Laura Ijalba Pérez. Together, they blend traditional winemaking techniques with modern international training, ensuring the winery's legacy continues to thrive.
At Bodegas SANTALBA, the native Tempranillo grape takes center stage among the red varieties, complemented by Garnacha, Graciano, and Mazuelo. For white wines, the winery primarily uses the Viura grape, along with the lesser-known Malvasía riojana, both of which are indigenous to the region.
The combination of premium grapes and the expertise passed down through generations results in exceptional wines.
Each grape is carefully selected for fermentation and aging, leading to a diverse range of high-quality red, white, rosé, and sparkling wines that reflect the unique terroir of Rioja Alta.
Acceso A Gimileo, 26221 Gimileo, La Rioja, Spain
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Check out verified reviews from visitors who've enjoyed their time at Santalba Winery.
Write a reviewI highly recommend this wonderful little winery, a pleasure to visit and one you shouldn't miss on your trip to Rioja. In Gimeneo, near Haro and Laguardia, we tasted their excellent wines and enjoyed the hospitality of Roberto, who explained to us in a fun and educational way the entire wine culture, from the vines to the wineries, which his family, his father, and himself live with passion. I recommend you call and request a visit with a wine tasting. I can assure you, it will be unforgettable. Finally, around 3:00 p.m., he was kind enough to call several times to find a table for three couples who were meeting and wanted to eat there, at the Asador Ochavo de Sajazarra, where we ate high-quality food at an excellent price. In short, an unforgettable experience and spectacular wines.
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On February 22nd we made a cofrevip to visit the wineries. When we decided to visit it, it caught our attention on the internet, but the experience there was even better. Roberto and Laura were first class hosts, they made sure we spent a great morning with an interesting visit to their wineries, which ended with a tasting of their wines. I highly recommend visiting their wineries and tasting their different wines. Very grateful for the kindness and treatment!
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I visited the Santalba wineries with my wife and the experience was exceptional. Roberto, chemist and oenologist, lover of the vineyards and his profession, was the guide who explained his family winery from the land and the vines to the wine tasting, including the harvest of the vines and the entire racking that goes from fermentation to winemaking. A modern winery that produces very good wines and has nothing to envy to those good wines. old wineries. The tasting was a total success with the wines and tapas that we were able to enjoy. Thank you to Laura for your service and courtesy and to Roberto for his professionalism. Do not miss the opportunity to visit a great winery that loves its work.
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It was a gift and the experience couldn't have been better. The visit and the tasting with the explanations were great. Absolutely recommended. And the treatment is exquisite. What lovely people.
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Thanks to an experience box we had the pleasure of visiting the Santalba winery and it was truly an incredible experience. The visit was very interesting, with a detailed explanation of the winemaking process and the history of the winery. Roberto was very friendly and made us feel at home. The place itself is very nice, with a cozy and quiet atmosphere, ideal for enjoying a good glass of wine. Without a doubt, it is an experience that I would recommend to any wine lover or anyone who wants to learn more about the world of wine. I would repeat it without hesitation!
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