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Seleccion

2001 Rioja Red Blend

Alabanza Selección is a captivating red blend from the renowned Rioja region, beautifully expressing the essence of its terroir. This vintage boasts a deep ruby color that hints at the richness within. With a medium body that envelops the palate, it strikes a harmonious balance between lively acidity and pronounced fruit intensity, showcasing notes of dark cherries and ripe plums intertwined with subtle hints of spice and oak. The tannins are notable but beautifully integrated, providing structure without overwhelming the overall experience. As a dry wine, it invites you to savor every sip, making it an exceptional choice for pairing with roasted meats or earthy dishes, evoking the warmth of its Spanish origins.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Leather

Leather

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Mild

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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