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Crianza

2004 Rioja Red Blend

The Alta Rio Crianza is a truly remarkable red blend hailing from the renowned Rioja region of Spain, known for its extraordinary wines. This vintage, aged to perfection in 2004, exhibits a captivating deep red hue that hints at its complexity. On the palate, it reveals a medium-bodied structure, gracefully balancing bright acidity that enlivens the senses and fruit intensity that showcases dark fruits with nuances of ripe cherries and berries. The tannins are elegantly woven throughout, providing a firm but not overpowering backbone that enhances the overall experience, making it approachable yet structured. This wine is crafted to be food-friendly and delights in pairing with a variety of dishes, from savory stews to grilled meats, all while offering a well-rounded, dry finish that leaves a lasting impression.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Leather

Leather

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

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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