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904

2011 Rioja Tempranillo

La Rioja Alta 904 is a splendid red wine from the esteemed Rioja region, crafted exclusively from the Tempranillo varietal. This 2011 vintage showcases a medium-bodied profile, offering a delightful balance that makes it wonderfully approachable. The acidity is bright, lending a refreshing quality to the wine while enhancing its overall structure. With a fruit intensity that is prominent, it reveals luscious notes of dark cherry, plum, and subtle hints of spices. The tannins are notably firm, providing a robust backbone that complements the wine's complexity. This exquisite offering is dry, allowing the intricate flavors to shine through, making it a perfect companion for hearty dishes or a cozy evening by the fire.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Leather

Leather

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Bone Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Duck Breast, Pork Carnitas, Black Cherry Glazed Duck

Region:


Rioja

If you want to understand Spain, pour yourself a glass of Rioja. This historic northern region produces some of the country's most famous wines, typically mature, savory reds that go majestically with roast lamb. Rioja's vineyards trace the flow of the Ebro River through a valley protected by the nearby Cantabrian Mountains. Tempranillo, Garnacha and Graciano are the key red grapes, with Viura leading the white grapes. There are three main classifications of red wines: Gran Reserva (aged for five years, at least two in barrel), Reserva (aged for three years, one in barrel), and Crianza (aged for two years, one in barrel). Other wines can be young and unoaked—an increasingly popular style that shows off Rioja's modern face.

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