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Consejo Rioja Graciano

2003 Rioja Graciano

The Ijalba Consejo Rioja Graciano from the esteemed Rioja region presents a captivating red hue that invites exploration. This wine boasts a medium-bodied character, delivering a delightful balance of flavors that truly represent the Graciano varietal. Its acidity is refreshingly vibrant, providing a lively framework that enhances the wine's overall finesse. The fruit intensity is prominent, showcasing enticing notes of dark cherries and ripe blackberries, complemented by subtle undertones of spice and earthiness. Tannins are well-structured and firm, lending a depth that harmonizes beautifully with the wine's rich profile. This 2003 vintage is bone dry, making it an excellent companion for a variety of dishes or a wonderful choice to enjoy on its own.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry, Baking Spice, Leather

Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Leather

Leather

Pairs well with:


Herbed Lamb Chops, Roasted Lamb, Roast Lamb

Region:


Rioja
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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