2021 Telmo Rodriguez "Yjar" Rioja

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Yjar Rioja is one of the most ambitious and distinctive wines produced by visionary Spanish winemaker Telmo Rodríguez, whose work has helped redefine the modern identity of Spanish wine. Sourced from the historic Yjar vineyard on the slopes of the Sierra de Toloño in Rioja Alavesa, the wine comes from a single, enclosed parcel that was first planted in the nineteenth century. Yjar expresses the character of one exceptional place, placing terroir at the center of the wine. Telmo Rodríguez’s dedication to recovering these forgotten vineyards has made him one of Spain’s most influential wine figures, and Yjar is widely regarded as a culmination of that philosophy. The wine is marked by remarkable precision, freshness, and mineral complexity, combining the elegance of fine Burgundy with the soul and history of Rioja. Produced in very limited quantities, Yjar has quickly established itself among the most collectible and sought-after wines in Spain, offering a profound expression of place that stands apart from both modern and traditional styles of Rioja.