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Barrel Select

2008 Rioja Red Blend

The Faustino I Barrel Select is a remarkable red blend from the esteemed Rioja region, perfectly embodying the richness and complexity that this area is renowned for. This wine showcases a deep, inviting red color, reminiscent of ripe cherries and plums. With a captivating aroma profile, it presents notes of dark fruit intertwined with hints of spice and subtle oak from its time in barrels. On the palate, it delivers a harmonious balance of fruit concentration and velvety tannins, ensuring a smooth and satisfying finish. The acidity is lively yet well-integrated, enhancing the overall freshness of the wine, making it a delightful pairing for a variety of dishes. The 2008 vintage adds an extra layer of maturity, resulting in a wine that is both approachable and refined, perfect for those looking to explore the best of Rioja's offerings.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Leather

Leather

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

Region:


Spain
Spain

While its reputation as a serious wine destination was eclipsed by France and Italy for many years, ignoring Spain today means missing out on some of the world's most exciting wines. Enjoying hundreds of miles of sun-kissed coastline and rocky interiors at higher elevations, Spain provides an ideal location for vineyards. Whether it is sparkling cavas from Catalonia, crisp Verdejos from Rueda, sublime Tempranillos from Ribera del Duero or inky Monastrells from Valencia, Spain has many wine styles to explore, all expressing the country's wildly unique terroir.

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