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Marichalar Tempranillo Crianza

2019 Rioja Tempranillo

The Vina Marichalar Marichalar Tempranillo Crianza is a captivating expression of Rioja's renowned terroir. This red wine showcases the Tempranillo varietal with a medium body and harmonious balance. It displays bright acidity that keeps the palate refreshed, while its fruit intensity is prominent, delivering delightful notes of ripe cherry and plum intertwined with subtle hints of vanilla and oak. The tannins are well-structured yet smooth, providing a pleasant mouthfeel. With its dry profile, this wine is incredibly food-friendly, making it an excellent companion for a variety of dishes. Overall, this 2019 vintage exemplifies the elegance and depth that Rioja wines are celebrated for.

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:


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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