TILIMUQUI ZERO WINS SILVER FOR ARGENTINA IN THE IWC 2026 TRANCHE 1

La Riojana is very proud to announce that its Tilimuqui Fairtrade Sparkling Zero has been awarded a Silver Medal in Tranche 1 of the International Wine Challenge 2026, making it the only Argentine entrant to win an award in the no / low alcohol entries, marking a significant achievement for La Riojana’s latest innovation in the increasingly popular mindful drinking category. 

Awarded an impressive 90 points and a Silver Medal in early December 2025, Tilimuqui Zero was also one of just five entries to receive Silver in the highly competitive Low / No Alcohol category. IWC judges praised its quality and balance, describing it as “aromatic with tropical fruits on the nose, gentle sparkle, fresh acidity with apricot fruit. Well balanced.”

Launched in October 2025, this sophisticated 0% alcohol sparkling wine has been made from hand-picked Fairtrade wine grapes grown in La Riojana’s own vineyards in the Famatina Valley, La Rioja Province, which have gone through a state-of-the-art de-alcoholisation process, carefully preserving the character, freshness and flavour of the original wine. Resulting in an ideal aperitif, which delivers the taste, aroma and celebratory experience of wine, but without the alcohol. 

Commenting on the award, La Riojana’s Export Director, Walter Carol said “We are delighted to receive this Silver Medal from the International Wine Challenge. This recognition reflects the dedication of our growers and winemaking team, and our commitment to producing alcohol-free wines that genuinely stand alongside traditional sparkling wines in terms of quality, balance and enjoyment.”

Tilimuqui Fairtrade Sparkling Zero is available at a recommended retail price of £5.00, exclusively in over 500 Co-op stores across the UK.

TILIMUQUI FAIRTRADE ORGANIC MALBEC REVEALS NEW DESIGN

La Riojana Co-op, the world’s largest Fairtrade producer, is proud to reveal a refreshed look for its award winning Tilimuqui Fairtrade Organic Malbec, a popular product which has retailed through Waitrose for the past seven years. 

The new design delivers a contemporary twist while honouring the brand’s heritage, featuring a modern two-part label layout, a richer and more vibrant red, refined typography, and a clearly defined grape variety for enhanced clarity and shelf impact. 

Tilimuqui was once a forgotten village in Argentina, but thanks to Fairtrade and the investment of the Fairtrade Premium over the past decade and more, Tilimuqui is now a thriving community with a fully functioning drinking water facility, secondary school specialised in agriculture and a state-of-the-art health centre, all of which are projects which have been funded by the Fairtrade Premium.

The refreshed new label design is part of the Tilimuqui brand’s ongoing commitment to evolving over time, “We set out to create something timeless but still fresh - a design that moves with the times without losing sight of where the brand began” commented Walter Carol, Export Director for La Riojana Co-op.

The new packaging is being launched in Waitrose stores and online www.waitrosecellar.com this month, November 2025. 

LA RIOJANA LAUNCHES ITS FIRST FAIRTRADE 0% ALCOHOL WINE

La Riojana Co-op, the world’s largest Fairtrade wine producer, is proud to announce the launch of its newest product, Tilimuqui Fairtrade Sparkling Zero, a sophisticated 0% alcohol wine which has been produced to deliver all the taste, aroma and sense of occasion of wine, but without the alcohol.

Tilimqui Zero will retail at £5.00 and will be available exclusively in over 500 Co-op stores from 6th October 2025, giving shoppers nationwide a premium alcohol-free option in time for the festive season ahead. 

This light-bodied, alcohol-free sparkling drink is made from hand-picked Fairtrade wine grapes grown in La Riojana’s vineyards in the Famatina Valley, in La Rioja Province, Argentina. The grapes used for Tilimuqui Zero have been carefully de-alcoholised, using a state-of-the-art de-alcoholisation process, to preserve the maximum flavour. 

On the palate Tilimuqui Zero offers fine bubbles, zesty lime and juicy peach aromas, with a balanced sweetness and acidity. Making it the perfect aperitif and ideal for mindful drinking and special occasions. 

La Riojana’s Export Director Walter Carol commented, “We believe that choosing not to drink alcohol shouldn’t mean compromising on taste or experience. Tilimuqui Zero, in our opinion, makes no such compromise and has been created by us to be enjoyed by wine drinkers and non-wine drinkers alike.” 

Carol continues, “With the growing demand for mindful drinking and alcohol-free alternatives, Tilimuqui Zero offers great value for money and provides wine lovers with a sophisticated option that complements modern lifestyles.”

LA RIOJANA UNVEILS BRAND NEW LOOK FOR RIOJANA WINE RANGE

La Riojana co-operative has recently launched a striking new look for its popular Fairtrade Organic wine range, Riojana, designed to stand out on shelf and better reflect the quality and personality inside each bottle. 

The bold, modern new labels for both the Varietal and Reserve ranges are inspired by the valleys of La Rioja, framed by majestic mountains, with the village of Tilimuqui depicted in the foreground – a community where Fairtrade has played a vital role in local development.  

The rebrand, which uses vibrant colour palettes for the Varietal range and more muted colours for the Reserve wines, brings a fresh, visual identity to the collection while staying true to its roots. 

Alongside the rebrand, La Riojana has also introduced three new products to its Riojana Fairtrade Organic Reserve range, including a Red Blend Reserve (made from Malbec, Bonarda, Merlot, Ancellota); Chardonnay Reserve and Torrontés Reserve, as well as a new Fairtrade Sparkling wine. 

“We wanted the outside of the bottle reflect the same care and craft we put into our wines inside,” says Walter Carol, Export Director for La Riojana co-operative. “This is a contemporary update that captures the spirit of our Riojana wines.”

The rebranded range includes six wines within the Varietal collection: Malbec; Bonarda Malbec; Cabernet Sauvignon; Chardonnay; Torrontés Riojano; Rosé and five wines within the Reserve range: Red Blend; Chardonnay; Torrontés Riojano; Malbec and Pinot Noir, along with the Riojana Sparkling. The range is already available in over 300 stores and supermarkets across the USA and is set to launch in Canada in the coming months.