Envinate LA SANTA DE ÚRSULA 2025

ENVÍNATE LA SANTA DE ÚRSULA 2025

Envínate La Santa de Úrsula 2025 is an Atlantic-style red wine from Tenerife, capturing the volcanic character and traditional viticulture of the Canary Islands. Made from indigenous grape varieties grown on century-old vines, it stands out for its freshness, aromatic detail and elegance. The grapes come from three plots in La Corujera, near La Orotava, where volcanic soils and the influence of the Atlantic Ocean shape the wine’s distinctive character. A limited-production red for those seeking authentic Spanish wines with a strong sense of place.

Philosophy

Envínate is the project of four winemakers —Roberto Santana, Alfonso Torrente, José Ángel Martínez and Laura Ramos— brought together by a shared interest in expressing the character of individual vineyards and traditional grape varieties. Their approach focuses on careful vineyard work, respect for local conditions and restrained intervention in the cellar. In Tenerife, this philosophy produces fresh, mineral-driven wines that reflect their Atlantic origins rather than relying on excessive ripeness or prominent oak.

Winemaking and vintage

The winemaking and grape origins of La Santa de Úrsula 2025 are rooted in three plots of century-old vines in La Corujera. The grapes are hand-harvested, and each plot is vinified separately using indigenous yeasts. The winemaking combines whole-bunch fermentation with a portion of carbonic maceration, helping preserve aromatic freshness and a delicate texture. After blending, the wine spends approximately eight months on its lees in used 228-litre French oak barrels. The ageing adds depth while allowing the fruit and vineyard character to remain at the forefront.

Vineyard and grape varieties

The grapes come from three plots of century-old vines in La Corujera, in northern Tenerife, at approximately 350-650 metres above sea level. Volcanic soils with basalt and clay, combined with the Atlantic climate, contribute to the wine’s freshness and distinctive personality. The 2025 blend consists of 50% Listán Negro, 48% Negramoll and 2% Listán Blanco. Listán Negro provides structure and character, Negramoll contributes finesse and red-fruit expression, while the small proportion of Listán Blanco adds aromatic lift and freshness.

Tasting note

La Santa de Úrsula 2025 is fragrant and elegant, with aromas of red cherry, redcurrant, forest berries and aromatic herbs, complemented by mineral and spicy nuances. The palate is fresh, fluid and delicate, with lively acidity, fine tannins and a silky texture. Clear fruit flavours lead into a balanced finish marked by freshness and mineral notes. This is an Atlantic red that favours finesse, energy and terroir expression over sheer concentration or power.

Food pairings

Pair it with roast poultry, rabbit, white meats, quality cured meats and mushroom dishes. It also works beautifully with flavourful rice dishes, grilled vegetables and oily fish. Its freshness and fine tannins make it versatile at the table, including with dishes that can be challenging for fuller-bodied reds. Serve slightly chilled, at around 14-16°C.

Technical sheet

Producer: Envínate

Wine: La Santa de Úrsula

Vintage: 2025

Country: Spain

Region: Tenerife, Canary Islands

Origin: La Corujera, near La Orotava

Style: Red wine aged in oak

Grape varieties: 77% Listán Negro, 20% Negramoll, 3% Listán Blanco

Vineyard: Three plots of century-old vines

Soil: Volcanic, with basalt and clay

Altitude: Approximately 350-650 metres

Harvest: Manual

Fermentation: Indigenous yeasts; whole-bunch fermentation and partial carbonic maceration

Ageing: Approximately 8 months on lees in used 228-litre French oak barrels

Alcohol: 12% ABV

Bottle size: 75 cl

Allergens: Contains sulphites