Rioja producer and researcher reviving rare native grape varieties organically.
uan Carlos Sancha is both a winemaker and a university professor, based in Rioja Alta. His work focuses on recovering and preserving rare native grape varieties that were close to disappearing. Vineyards are farmed organically, with strong attention to research and local identity. In the cellar, winemaking stays clear and measured, aiming to show each variety’s character rather than a fixed style. His wines offer a broader view of Rioja, highlighting diversity beyond the region’s more familiar expressions.
