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

Leather

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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