The 2025 harvest will be remembered as one of the most promising of the past decade.

While the weather posed challenges at times, it ultimately produced grapes with remarkable concentration, health, and balance. According to Santiago Deicas, the winery’s winemaker, “this vintage is very similar to 2020 in both quality and character. Without a doubt, it’s one of the best of the last ten years.”

A Year Marked by Extremes

The cycle began with a cold winter and excellent water recharge in the soils—ideal conditions for the vineyard’s early development. “Winter’s chill and the moisture stored in the soil were key to a balanced start to the growing season,” notes Deicas.

Spring, however, brought a twist: rainfall in September and October was well below average. “We had to irrigate early in several plots to avoid compromising initial vine growth,” explains the winemaker.

Fortunately, rain returned in November—coinciding with flowering—and remained steady through December, stabilizing vine development.

Summer brought further contrasts: January began with unusually cool temperatures, and rainfall was once again scarce. The second half of January and much of February brought warmer conditions, followed by late-February heatwaves and rain that finally normalized the water balance.

An Early Yet Outstanding Harvest

These climatic fluctuations led to early grape ripening, advancing the harvest by around 10 days. “The early timing was significant, but quality wasn’t affected. Quite the opposite—we saw even ripening, concentrated fruit, and excellent sanitary conditions,” emphasizes Santiago Deicas.

From a thermal perspective, summer temperatures remained below average at first, only reaching typical levels toward the end of January. This slow, steady warming allowed for a gradual, controlled ripening process that enhanced varietal expression.

Standout Varieties

The standout performers of the vintage were Chardonnay, Albariño, Pinot Noir, and Tannat. “These varieties achieved an extraordinary balance between acidity, freshness, and aromatic expression. It’s a great year for age-worthy wines,” says Deicas.

The 2025 harvest leaves an exceptional impression at Bodega Familia Deicas. The combination of precise vineyard management, thoughtful interpretation of each plot, and overall favorable—if at times challenging—weather conditions has resulted in wines that promise depth, character, and longevity.

As Santiago Deicas puts it: “It’s years like this that remind us why every effort in the vineyard is worthwhile. Nature gave us magnificent fruit—now it’s our job to honor it in every bottle.”