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Rioja Bordón

2001 Rioja Tempranillo

The 2001 Rioja Bordón is a captivating Tempranillo that beautifully embodies the essence of the Rioja region. With a deep ruby hue, this full-bodied red wine reveals an intricate tapestry of flavors that delight the palate. Its acidity is bright and refreshing, providing a perfect balance to its prominent fruit intensity, which showcases ripe black cherries and plums intertwined with hints of spice and vanilla from aging in oak barrels. The tannins are notable yet elegantly structured, contributing to the wine's smooth mouthfeel and long finish. Enjoyable now, this wine remains well-structured, ensuring it will continue to evolve gracefully.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Leather

Leather

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


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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