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Crianza

2004 Rioja 100% Tempranillo

Bodegas Primicia Crianza is a captivating red wine that showcases the exceptional qualities of 100% Tempranillo from the renowned Rioja region. This vintage exudes a deep ruby color, hinting at its complexity and depth. On the palate, it presents a medium-bodied profile, balanced with moderate acidity that adds a refreshing lift to the wine. The primacy of fruit intensity is evident, offering luscious notes of dark cherries and ripe plums, interwoven with subtle hints of vanilla and spice from aging in oak. Tannins are present but not overpowering, providing a soft structure that complements the wine's rich flavors. This Crianza is dry, making it a delightful accompaniment to a variety of dishes, from grilled meats to hearty stews, and is sure to impress any wine enthusiast.

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

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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