DECANTER PRESENTS... Remírez de Ganuza

 Remírez de Ganuza Past, Present and Future

Founded in 1989, Remírez de Ganuza was born with a fundamental principle at its core: valuing the quality of grapes hailing from some of Rioja Alavesa’s oldest vineyards. Each Remírez de Ganuza wine is an expression of terroir and vintage and a tribute to all those who, for generations, have tended to this singular landscape, making it an invaluable, living viticultural heritage.

Low-yielding plots in six different villages at the foot of Sierra Cantabria provide the raw material for a range of wines that combine modernity with classicism. Some of them have indeed become true modern classics, setting the benchmark for what the future of Rioja should look like while paying tribute to the tradition and history it is founded upon.
 
This tasting will guide attendees through Remírez de Ganuza flagship wines - including a mini-vertical of its iconic Reserva - and most recent addition to its portfolio. A unique opportunity to understand how the producer's commitment to quality and innovation translates into some of Rioja's most sought-after modern classics.

 

 

Date:
Thursday 4 September 2025

Location:
Decanter Tasting Suite, 121-141 Westbourne Terrace, Paddington W2 6JR 

Timings:
 18:30 - Welcome drinks
19:00 - Guided tasting begins
20:15 - Q&A session
20:30 - Tasting ends

Price:
£49 per person

 

BUY TICKETS

THE WINE SELECTION

Remírez de Ganuza Reserva 2017

Remírez de Ganuza Reserva 2012

Remírez de Ganuza Reserva 2010

Remírez de Ganuza Blanco Reserva 2021

Remírez de Ganuza Blanco Gran Reserva Olagar 2018

UV 2022

Iraila 2022

Trasnocho 2018

THE HOSTS

Jose Ramón Urtasun

 Owner
Remírez de Ganuza

Jose Ramón Urtasun is the owner of Remírez de Ganuza. With a background in Environmental Science, he entered the world of wine almost by accident when his family became involved in the business in 2010. Over time, Bodegas Remírez de Ganuza evolved into his life project. Today, Jose oversees every detail at the winery, personally managing its commercial, marketing and production strategies alongside a small but dedicated team. Among his priorities are maintaining the quality of the wines, ensuring they enjoy long ageing in barrel and bottle, and never releasing them to the market prematurely. He has also made a point of releasing small batches of exceptional wines, including the Blanco Gran Reserva Olagar; Iraila, the winery’s first Garnacha; and UV, crafted from a single plot of Tempranillo.

As export manager, it is not unusual to find him in different corners of the world, leading tastings, attending fairs and participating in wine events.

Ines Salpico

 Regional Editor Spain, Portugal and South America
Decanter

Ines is Decanter’s regional editor for Spain, Portugal and South America. Born and raised in Lisbon, Portugal, she grew up chasing her grandfather among his vines in Ribatejo and thus her love for all things wine began. After completing her Masters Degree in Architecture, Ines worked as a project manager while writing about wine and doing cellar consulting on the side.

After moving to London seven years ago, she decided to dedicate herself fully to the wine industry and joined the sommelier team at Michelin-starred Spring, Somerset House. Stints at Noble Rot and The Laughing Heart followed, while completing her WSET Diploma in Wines and Spirits. Her work as a judge and writer eventually became her full time commitment and she joined Decanter in 2019 as wine database editor. Ines is currently a Master of Wine student.

BUY TICKETS