Who are we?
Centuries ago, high above a place called La Mesa, at an altitude of 550 meters, there stood a Roman villa called Aradón. Mysteriously, this villa disappeared over time, but its legacy was never lost. Its lands, once paved by Roman roads, are now covered by vineyards that have witnessed generations of hard work and passion for wine.
In 1957, the winegrowers of the village of Alcanadre decided to pay tribute to this mysterious place, giving its name to wines that reflect the soul and history of this land. Thus was born Bodegas Aradón, a winery that not only produces wines but also tells stories in every bottle.
The vineyards of Bodegas Aradón are living jewels of nature, some more than 90 years old. Here, the vines coexist with centuries-old almond and olive trees, under the influence of a Mediterranean climate with hints of the Atlantic. The clay-limestone soils and the altitude of our vineyards allow us to produce wines with elegance, balance, and complexity, capable of moving anyone who tastes them.
Bodegas Aradón is much more than wine; it is a project committed to keeping the economy of Alcanadre alive and preserving its essence. Here, viticulture is more than a tradition: it is a way of life passed down from generation to generation, an art that combines respect for the land with the innovation and expertise of our winegrowers.
Each of our wines tells a story: that of a legendary past, that of an exciting present, and that of a promising future. From reds with great depth and structure, elegant rosés, to fresh and expressive whites, each glass is a journey through time, a sip of history, tradition, and love for the land.
At Bodegas Aradón, we don't just make wine. We create experiences that connect with the soul and celebrate the pleasure of living.
Location and Climate
Bodegas Aradón is located in Alcanadre, La Rioja, within the prestigious Denominación de Origen Calificada Rioja (Denomination of Origin Qualified Rioja), in the Rioja Oriental subregion. Its privileged setting, with vineyards located between 400 and 600 meters above sea level, offers ideal conditions for grape cultivation.
The climate in this region is a perfect combination of Mediterranean and Atlantic influences. Summers are warm and dry, while winters are cool, allowing for optimal balance in grape ripening. The wide temperature range between day and night helps develop intense aromas and maintain fresh acidity in the wines.
The climate of Eastern Rioja combines Mediterranean and Atlantic influences, resulting in warm, dry summers and cold winters, favoring optimal grape ripening. The wide temperature range between day and night enhances the concentration of aromas and freshness in the wines, an essential characteristic of the best Rioja wines.
Terroirs
The vineyards of Bodegas Aradón grow on clayey, calcareous, and stony soils, ideal for drainage and nutrient retention. This type of soil provides the wines with minerality, structure, and complexity, key elements in the identity of the great wines of La Rioja.
Thanks to this combination of climate, soil, and winemaking tradition, our wines express the authentic character of the region, with full-bodied and elegant reds, fresh and aromatic whites, and vibrant and fruity rosés.
This unique environment, combined with centuries of winemaking tradition, results in wines with character, personality, and a profound respect for the land.
The vineyards of Bodegas Aradón grow on clayey, calcareous, and stony soils, ideal for drainage and nutrient retention. This type of soil provides the wines with minerality, structure, and complexity, key elements in the identity of the great wines of La Rioja.
Thanks to this combination of climate, soil, and winemaking tradition, our wines express the authentic character of the region, with full-bodied and elegant reds, fresh and aromatic whites, and vibrant and fruity rosés.
This unique environment, combined with centuries of winemaking tradition, results in wines with character, personality, and a profound respect for the land.
Period | Tertiary
Period | Miocene – Oligocene
Characteristics | Deep red color due to its clayey, sandy, and conglomeratic composition. These soils are shallow and contain very fine elements.
Period | Quaternary
Characteristics | High stoniness with a medium carbonate content.
Loamy texture in the fine soil fraction.
Period | Quaternary
Characteristics | The soil contains boulders. It is a deep soil with a high carbonate content.
Period | Tertiary
Period | Miocene – Oligocene
Characteristics | This soil is characterized by the presence of calcareous clays. It contains thin layers of calcareous and sandy material, with some silty and clayey elements.
Grape Varieties
At Bodegas Aradón, each wine is the result of a perfect balance between tradition and nature. Our grapes, grown in the vineyards of Alcanadre (Rioja Oriental), reflect the soul of our land and the essence of Rioja wines.
The People
Behind every bottle of Bodegas Aradón are expert hands, passionate hearts, and entire generations dedicated to the art of viticulture in Rioja Oriental. Our history is not only written by centuries-old vineyards, but also by the people who, with effort and dedication, have turned this legacy into a way of life.
From the fields to the winery, each person contributes their passion and experience so that our wines reflect the essence of this land. In every sip, you'll feel the work of those who have dedicated their lives to wine.