Criadores de Rioja

Criadores de Rioja, the makers of Señorio de Labarta, is a winery established in 2000. The winery is situated in the heart of Rioja, in a small town called Alberite in the southern hills. The mission at Criadores de Rioja is to make wines that are true to Rioja's traditions but also accessible to wine drinkers all over the world. The emphasis is on quality which begins in the vineyards. 

Criadores de Rioja is heavily involved in supporting local grape growers, these small vineyards have often been in the same family for many generations and it is only the long-term relationship with the winery that ensures that these small holdings can continue to work the land and afford to invest in the health and quality of their vines. This long standing support of the growers also means that the winery has access to the highest quality grapes, and means that they can work in partnership with the growers to recommend new viticultural changes and improvements in order to achieve the highest standards for their wines.