Elías López Montero, winemaker and member of the owning family from Bodegas Verum, presented last Monday, November 25 at Vinology Zurbano in Madrid its latest creation: Verum las Tinadas Airén Cuvée Especial CVC, a wine that transcends vintages to focus on the potential of the Airén grape variety.
A small group of sommeliers and wine journalists participated in the tasting and had the opportunity to taste, in the same session, Elías’ most popular wines from the different regions where he works: Tomelloso , La Rioja, Patagonia Argentina and Chile, some of which have been recognized among the best in their respective fields/countries by. critics as relevant as Tim Atkin MW or Jancis Robinson.
It burst onto the wine scene with 95 points in the recently published ABC 2025 guide, positioning it among the best wines of Castile-La Mancha. Score which is added to other recognitions such as 93 points from Tim Atkin MW and 94.62 from the Wine Up! guide. awarded in blind tasting. These evaluations are immediately recognized by the specialized press.
With an exclusive production of 799 bottles and a price of 69 euros, Verum Las Tinadas Airén Cuvée Especial CVC “is a masterful rendition of a historically underrated variety. It is a tribute to tradition and a declaration of intentions: to demonstrate that Airén can compete at the highest level in the world of wine,” according to the winery in a press release.
“We are proud to present a wine that not only reflects our commitment to sustainability and innovation, but also highlights a grape that has been relegated to oblivion for years,” emphasized López Montero during tasting.
Tasting offered in Madrid by Elías López Montero in front of sommeliers and specialized journalists
The independent Airén de Las Tinadas vines were planted in 1950 at 720 meters above sea level in limestone and pebble soil. on the surface which promotes deep root development and homogeneous maturation. This arid vineyard, cultivated organically for decades, is home to a unique ecosystem of microorganisms that give the wine exceptional complexity.
The production is as particular as the wine itself, highlighting refinement with mixed aging in century-old clay jars and new French oak barrels.
“The creation of Verum Las Tinadas Airén Cuvée Especial CVC reflects the ability of the López Montero family to transform a historically underappreciated grape into an oenological gem. Its production highlights the importance of old vines and environmentally friendly winemaking practices, obtaining a wine that pays homage to tradition and the Airén grape variety itself,” he concludes.
