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Crianza

2007 Rioja Tempranillo

The 2007 Martinez Lacuesta Crianza is a captivating red wine crafted from the renowned Tempranillo grape, hailing from the illustrious Rioja region. This wine presents a lovely, vibrant color, inviting you to explore its depths. It showcases a medium body, striking a harmonious balance that makes it incredibly food-friendly. The acidity is bright and lively, giving the wine a refreshing quality that enhances its overall elegance. Tannins are notable and structured, adding a firm backbone that beautifully supports the fruit-forward character, which is both prominent and expressive, revealing layers of luscious red berry flavors complemented by subtle hints of spice and vanilla. The dryness of this Crianza further accentuates its sophisticated profile, making it an ideal companion to a variety of dishes, from roasted meats to hearty stews. Enjoy this exceptional wine, and let the classic charm of Rioja unfold in every sip.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Leather

Leather

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Bone Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Pairs well with:


Pasta with Tomato-Based Sauce, Lamb Chops, Grilled Meats

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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