2009 has been a huge success so far for Bodegas Santiago Ijalba, gaining recognition in several wine expos and magazines. Most recently, the 2004 Ogga Reserva and the 2004 Viña Hermosa Reserva received 3 star recommendations in the 2009 Decanter World Wine Awards. The final results will be released in May of this year, but the fine people at Decanter have informed all winning recipients of their awards before the official May release.

Also of importance which I find VERY exciting, is the bronze medal awarded to the 2004 Mutuo Organic Crianza at the “Challenge Millesime Bio 2009.” The event was held in January in Montpellier France and is arguably the most important wine event for organic wines. The event aims to promote the growing demand for organic wines, as well as the improvements in the  quality of wines that producers around the globe are striving to achieve. With their brand Viña Hermosa, Bodegas Santiago Ijalba has been involved in organic wine research and development for 10 years and this award is the perfect recognition for all their hard work and dedication. As more producers rise to meet the many environmental challenges of our time, look for more organic wines to gain the attention of wine publications and critics worldwide.

Cheers,

Michael