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Custero

2018 Rioja Tempranillo

The Custero Custero, a delightful Tempranillo from the renowned Rioja region, showcases a captivating red hue that draws you in from the first glance. This 2018 vintage reveals a well-balanced profile, presenting full-bodied richness complemented by bright acidity that invigorates the palate. Its fruit intensity is pronounced, with luscious notes of ripe cherries and blackberries mingling harmoniously with subtle hints of vanilla and spice from well-integrated oak aging. The tannins offer a firm structure, providing depth while remaining smooth and approachable. With a dry finish, this wine embodies the quintessential characteristics of Rioja, making it an exceptional choice for pairing with a variety of dishes or enjoying on its own.

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

Pairs well with:


Pasta with Tomato-Based Sauce, Pasta Marinara, Gazpacho

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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