With the ongoing construction of our home and winery, we are makings decisions and laying plans for our future on a daily basis. We were struggling to find the time to think about the landscape design surrounding our property. All the while, an obvious and sustainable solution was emerging right in front of us. The road that ascends from the river Ebro to our … Continue reading Between Olives and Vines
The adage states Struggling Vines make the best wine. My husband, David Sampedro, viticultor from Rioja Alavesa, has had to struggle every step of the way to get where he is today. We hope this adage will prove itself with the realization of a dream, our very own winery located outside of his village, Elvillar. In a country where heritage is fiercely protected and passed down … Continue reading Realization of a Dream for Rioja’s Struggling Vine, David Sampedro
Those who know David can attest to the fact that he marches to the beat of his own drum. He’s always had that trailblazer gene, finding it difficult to conform to societies norms even in his younger days. He is unafraid of doing things differently and speaking his mind, which for the most part has served him well. But while his boldness helped him build a uniquely … Continue reading Life with a Rebel
Struggling Vines 