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Selección Especial

2005 Rioja Red Blend

The 200 Monges Selección Especial is a captivating red blend from the esteemed Rioja region, showcasing the depth and character that this celebrated area is known for. This full-bodied wine exudes a rich, garnet hue, hinting at the delightful complexity within. On the palate, it offers a harmonious balance of high acidity and notable tannins, providing a structure that complements its prominent fruit intensity. The wine reveals layers of dark fruit, including blackcurrants and ripe plums, intertwined with subtle notes of spice and oak from its careful aging. With its dry finish and an inviting mouthfeel, the 200 Monges Selección Especial promises to be a delightful companion for hearty dishes or enjoyed on its own, truly embodying the essence of Rioja's winemaking heritage.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Leather

Leather

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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