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2004 Rioja Tempranillo

Abel Mendoza Seleccion Personal, a stunning red wine from the renowned Rioja region, showcases the elegance and complexity of Tempranillo at its finest. This 2004 vintage features a medium-bodied profile, balancing richness and finesse in every sip. The acidity is bright and refreshing, enhancing the wine's overall vibrancy and making it exceptionally food-friendly. With medium tannins that provide a subtle structure, this wine has the capability to age gracefully while remaining approachable. Its fruit intensity captures prominent notes of dark cherry, plum, and soft spice, harmonizing beautifully with hints of leather and tobacco, creating a delightful and memorable tasting experience. Dry yet accessible, this wine embodies the unique terroir of Rioja and reflects the skill of its maker.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Leather

Leather

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Bone Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

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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