Pujanza Finca Valdepoleo is a 100% Tempranillo wine produced by Bodegas y Viñedos Pujanza in the Rioja DOCa region of northern Spain. The wine originates from the 17.5-hectare Valdepoleo single vineyard, planted in 1973 at 630 meters of elevation, which contributes to its distinctive freshness and depth of character.

The 2018 vintage is fermented with indigenous yeast and aged for 12 months in French oak barrels, creating a beautifully structured wine with elegantly integrated tannins. It pours a medium ruby in the glass and presents a subtle nose of earth and spice leading into a palate of vibrant red and dark fruit — raspberry and blackberry — with notes of vanilla, baking spice, and a hint of salinity on the finish.

Rated 94 points by Wine Advocate and awarded a Top Pick designation by CostcoWineBlog (91 points), this is a classic Rioja done right at exceptional value. It pairs wonderfully with roasted and grilled meats, lamb chops, hearty Spanish tapas, and aged cheeses.