THE Otazu Winery began this year’s harvest with great expectations, driven by an exceptional climate which favored the optimal maturation of its grapes and, above all, by a historic step in its production: for the first time in the modern history of the winery , the indigenous terroir the variety will be collected Béruèsa grape originating from Pamplona Basinwhose culture dates back to Middle Ages and this has been recovered after years of research and development.
The campaign began with the collection of the variety Chardonnayone of the most representative white grapes of the winery. The first weeks of September, marked by rain combined with sunny days and northerly winds, created the ideal conditions for a promising harvest. Juicy, smooth Chardonnay grapes are ready to deliver fresh, vibrant wines, with hints of citrus and flowers. In the winery, a careful winemaking process has already begun which seeks to highlight the maximum expression of the characteristic terroir of Otazu.
However, the real event of this vintage is the recovery and harvest of the grapes. Béruèsan almost forgotten red grape variety. After years of restoration work, Otazu managed to replant this grape and restore it to its former splendor. It is expected that the harvest will take place at the end of September, when the grapes will reach their optimal point of maturation, presenting intense purple colors and an aromatic profile that combines flowers and red fruits.
THE Béruès It is much more than a grape variety; It represents a direct link with the wine-growing history of the region and a testimony to the winery’s commitment to the preservation of its cultural heritage. This variety has been cultivated in the Pamplona basin since medieval times, but over the centuries its production has been relegated. Thanks to the recovery work carried out in recent years, Otazu has managed to save this variety and return it to its natural environment, combining tradition and innovation in the same process.
This return is not only a tribute to the past, but also a look towards the future, since the Béruès promises to surprise with great wines personalitywith complex nuances and an enveloping texture that will invite consumers to rediscover ancestral flavors.
The vintage of 2024 in Otazu will continue in October with the collection of red varieties Merlot And Cabernet Sauvignonculmination of a cycle marked by exceptional quality and an atmosphere of great enthusiasm among the winery workers. Each cluster harvested is the result of years of dedication, effort and respect for the environment.
The Otazu team works with the firm belief that this vintage will be remembered not only for the quality of the resulting wines, but also for the special significance that the recovery of an indigenous grape as precious as the Béruès.
Looking to the future, but with their feet firmly anchored in their native land, Otazu reaffirms its commitment to innovationrespect for the environment and the preservation of its historical heritage, all in an environment where wine and contemporary art merge to create a unique experience.
Otazua family property located in the north of Spain, is known not only for its wine production, but also for its relationship with contemporary art, which is an integral part of the winery. With more than 150 works of art integrated into its spaces, Otazu is a place where art and wine meet in perfect harmony, reflecting centuries of winemaking tradition that have shaped its current identity.
He 2024 This will undoubtedly be a memorable year in Otazu history.
