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El Muérdago

2020 Rioja Tempranillo

Muerdago El Muérdago is a captivating red wine crafted from the Tempranillo grape, hailing from the esteemed Rioja region in Spain. This 2020 vintage exhibits a medium-bodied character, offering a delightful balance that is pleasing to the palate. The wine showcases vibrant acidity, contributing to an invigorating freshness that enhances its overall appeal. Rich fruit intensity is evident, with alluring notes of ripe blackberry and cherry that dance harmoniously alongside subtle spice undertones. The tannins are soft and approachable, providing a silky mouthfeel that invites another sip. With its dry nature, this wine is beautifully structured, making it an excellent choice for a wide range of food pairings or simply to enjoy on its own.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Leather

Leather

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Color Intensity Color Intensity 0

Low High

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Oak Oak 0

Low High

Sweetness Bone Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Spiciness Spiciness 0

Low High

Tannin Medium

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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