Rio Madre

2010 Rioja 100% Graciano

Bodegas Y Vinedos Ilurce Rio Madre is a captivating expression of Graciano, hailing from the renowned Rioja region. This full-bodied red wine showcases an enticing deep ruby hue, promising a bold experience. With a high level of acidity, it offers a refreshing lift, perfectly balancing the pronounced fruit intensity that reveals luscious notes of dark cherry and blackberry. The tannins are notably structured, providing a firm backbone that enhances the wine's complexity and longevity. A beautifully crafted wine, it is dry, making it an excellent companion for rich, grilled meats or flavorful tapas, allowing each sip to unfold the essence of its terroir.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Leather

Baking Spice

Pairs well with:

Char-grilled Lamb Chops with Fig Sauce, Grilled Lamb, Lamb Chops

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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