Chinguita 2023 Jade Gross

Chiguita 2023 

Winery and Philosophy

Chiguita 2023 expresses Jade’s vision for white wines from Rioja: elegance, freshness, and respect for the terroir. The winery works with carefully selected high-quality grapes, practicing minimal, respectful viticulture to preserve aromatic complexity and the region’s characteristic minerality.

Vineyards and Viticulture

Grapes come from carefully selected estate vineyards:

• Tempranillo Blanco and Garnacha Blanca: clay-iron soils in the Alto de Najerilla valley.

• Viura: limestone-clay soils in Labastida and San Vicente de la Sonsierra.

Harvest and Vinification

Harvest took place between September 12 and 14, 2023, with hand-picking and rigorous vineyard selection. Grapes were directly pressed upon arrival at the winery, with separate fermentation in French oak barrels, highlighting the identity of each variety.

Aging

After fermentation, the wine was aged 6 months on fine lees, without fining, filtration, or added SO2, preserving freshness, structure, and aromatic purity.

Production and Characteristics

Approximately 3,900 numbered bottles were produced. Chiguita 2023 is an elegant, harmonious white wine with mineral and fruity notes, designed to fully express the biodiversity of Jade’s vineyards and Rioja’s typicity.

Technical Sheet – Chiguita 2023

• Region: Rioja, Spain

• Varieties: Viura, Tempranillo Blanco, Garnacha Blanca

• Appellation: Rioja DOC

• Soil: clay-iron (Tempranillo Blanco & Garnacha Blanca), limestone-clay (Viura)

• Viticulture: minimal, pesticide-free, hand-harvested

• Harvest: September 12–14, 2023

• Vinification: direct pressing, separate fermentation in French oak barrels

• Aging: 6 months on fine lees

• Fining/Filtration: no

• SO2 added: no

• Production: approx. 3,900 numbered bottles

See all products of Jade Gross

Jade Gross – Winery and Wine Philosophy in Rioja

History of Jade Gross

Jade Gross was born in 1987 in Hong Kong and showed a strong passion for food from an early age. After studying political science in New York, she decided to follow her true vocation and enrolled at the prestigious ESCF in Paris for culinary training. Her experience in top restaurants worldwide, including the renowned Mugaritz in Spain, allowed her to acquire unique skills and a rigorous approach to work. During her time in Rioja, thanks to meeting Abel Mendoza and Maite Fernandez, Jade discovered the world of wine and decided to fully dedicate herself to winemaking.

Vineyard Philosophy

The Jade Gross winery stands out for a natural and sustainable approach. Grapes, mainly Tempranillo, come from carefully selected local vineyards. No pesticides or herbicides are used, and mechanical intervention is minimal, respecting biodiversity and the natural balance of the soil. Low yields and manual vineyard management ensure high-quality grapes that are concentrated and representative of the Rioja territory.

Winemaking Approach

In the cellar, Jade uses delicate and respectful winemaking techniques. Fermentations often occur spontaneously, without temperature control, and sulfur dioxide is added only if necessary in minimal amounts. Wines are allowed to mature naturally, using neutral oak barrels and small artisanal containers to preserve authenticity and aromatic structure. The first wine, “Piano, Piano,” perfectly embodies this approach: combining a passion for music with meticulous winemaking care.

Distinctive Features

Today, the Jade Gross winery represents an example of innovation while respecting tradition. Wines are elegant, authentic, and deeply connected to the Rioja territory. The winery continues to grow slowly, prioritizing quality over quantity, with a clear vision: to produce wines that tell stories and evoke emotions, maintaining a balance between tradition and modernity.