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Castillo Ygay

2001 Rioja Red Blend

The Chelsea Ventures Castillo Ygay 2001 is a captivating red blend hailing from the prestigious Rioja region of Spain. This wine showcases a deep, garnet hue that tempts the senses and hints at the complexity within. On the palate, it reveals a full-bodied character with pronounced acidity, providing a lively backbone to the rich flavors. The fruit intensity is abundant, featuring notes of ripe blackberries and dark cherries intertwined with subtle hints of vanilla and spice. Tannins are prominent yet refined, lending structure and elegance to the wine. Its dryness enhances the overall experience, making this blend an exquisite match for hearty dishes or a delightful sip on its own.

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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