Jose Gil 2021 'San Vicente de La Sonsierra' Rioja, Spain

The young José Gil is one of several rising stars in the new generation of Rioja grower-producers focused on single-site, organically farmed wines. Located near Rioja Alta’s famous San Vicente de la Sonsierra, most of his vineyards sit at higher altitudes that stretch the limitations of the region’s naturally long ripening season. Employing straightforward cellar practices, José’s wines are direct, aromatic, fully flavored and driven by the region’s terroir. José handles the wines gently to retain the area’s identity beyond the vineyards. His production is still miniscule but growing.