Pago de Cirsus

Pago de Cirsus is located at the highest part of the Bolandín Estatein the Ribera Baja of Navarra. The winery is located in a single building, next to the tower, where the most advanced technology is combined with the know-how of our team to select, process, elaborate and age each grape exclusively from our own vineyards surrounding the estate.

Located in the municipality of Ablitaslocated in the south of Navarra (Spain), at an altitude of 395 meters above sea level. 200 hectares which includes the vineyard, the winery, the hotel and the restaurant.

Vineyard and varieties

The vineyard occupies 130 hectares and has been planted with seven carefully selected varieties to adapt to the extreme temperature conditions of the area. Each variety is strategically located on the estate to reach its maximum potential:

• Chardonnay

• Muscatel de grano menudo

• Cabernet Sauvignon

• Merlot

• Syrah

• Tempranillo

• Grenache

Vineyard management is oriented to obtain moderate yields -never higher than 6,000 kg/ha-, which guarantees wines with a high quality. great fruit intensity, firm structure, an intense and aromatic palate, and a ripe but balanced and elegant profile..

Climate and irrigation

The property benefits from a privileged location, between the Ebro River, the Moncayo y the windThe climate is "extreme continental", with cold winters and long, dry summers that give the grapes their unique character.

We have a 300 million liter dam for water storage, used in the drier months. A system of drip irrigation throughout the vineyard allows us to control water stress and keep the plants in optimal conditions. In addition, we have humidity sensors in each plotThis allows us to plan precise irrigation according to the needs of each area and time of the year.

The winery

The winery is semi-buried in the highest part of the estate, which assures stable temperature and humidity throughout the year. From there you can see a large part of the vineyard.

• Vat buildingFrench oak vats for the fermentation of high-end wines, with temperature control systems.

• Processing plantThe bottling plant is equipped with a membrane press, cold exchangers and stainless steel tanks. The bottling machine, labeling machine and bottle rack are also located here.

• Barrel roomin a subway cellar rest 1,000 French oak barrels of 225 liters, each with a single grape variety. Aging ranges from 12 and 18 monthsin optimal conditions of light, temperature and humidity.

Protected Designation of Origin Pago

In 2014, Pago de Cirsus obtained the certification of Denominación de Origen Protegida Pago (D.O.P. Bolandín)The highest quality qualification for wines from Spain. Since then, all our wines are produced under this distinction.

The word payment comes from Latin paguswhich designated a small village or farm. Over time, the term was linked to singular plots of land with unique characteristics, giving rise to the current concept of Vino de PagoThe most exclusive category of Spanish viticulture.

Commitment to sustainability

At Pago de Cirsus we believe that sustainability is demonstrated with facts, day after day. Our viticulture is inspired by the principles of the regenerative agriculturewhich seeks to conserve and improve agricultural ecosystems, restore living soils and generate resilience in the face of climate change.

Caring for the land with intelligence and respect is our way of leaving a fertile and healthy legacy for the next generations.

• A long-term viewRegenerating is a path, not a goal. We continue to learn, measure and adapt our practices with consistency, constancy and scientific support.

• A way of thinkingRegenerating is an attitude that inspires us to leave each place better than we found it, for those who will come after us.