Luis Cañas

Luis Cañas is a leading family winery from Rioja Alavesa and is considered one of the wineries that has put this subregion on the international map. The house is known for its focus on old vines, low yields, and a style that combines power and elegance.

Luis Cañas' position within Rioja

Bodegas Luis Cañas is located in Rioja Alavesa , the northern, high-altitude region of Rioja . This location provides a cooler climate than Rioja Oriental, resulting in wines with greater freshness and precision.

Why is Luis Cañas so important to Rioja Alavesa?
Because the house focused early on quality, provenance and vineyard selection, long before this became common practice in Rioja.

Vineyards and origin

Luis Cañas's vineyards are spread across several villages in Rioja Alavesa and consist largely of old vines. Many plots are planted on poor, calcareous soils, which contributes to concentration and structure.

The combination of altitude, cool nights, and low yields produces grapes with intensity and balance. Hand harvesting and strict selection are integral parts of the process.

Grapes and style

Luis Cañas works primarily with Tempranillo , Rioja's key grape. He also uses Graciano and Viura in smaller quantities, depending on the cuvée.

The style of the wines is characterised by:

• ripe but fresh fruit
• clear structure
• clear wood integration
• focus on balance and length

Unlike many classic Riojas, Luis Cañas emphasizes a balance between long-term wood aging and the quality of the fruit and vineyard.

Famous wines from Luis Cañas

Within the Luis Cañas range, several wines have become established references within Rioja.

Crianza in Reserve

These wines demonstrate how Tempranillo from Rioja Alavesa translates into structured, balanced wines aged in oak, without the wood dominating.

Wine Luis Cañas

A wine that reflects the core of the house, with an emphasis on old vines and provenance. This cuvée is known for its concentration and refinement.

Hiru 3 Racimos

The house's flagship wine, sourced from very old vines and produced only in exceptional years, highlights Rioja Alavesa's potential for wines with depth and longevity.

Philosophy and vinification

Luis Cañas operates from a clear vineyard-driven philosophy. Selection by plot and grape variety is central. Modern vinification techniques are combined with traditional oak aging, where balance is always paramount.

The house is considered one of the pioneers of a more terroir-oriented approach within Rioja.

Luis Cañas at Perfectewijn.nl

At Perfecte Wijn, you'll find Luis Cañas for those seeking Rioja with provenance, structure, and refinement. This winery showcases how Rioja Alavesa distinguishes itself with wines that feel both classic and contemporary.