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01/06

Vintage

2021 began with a good rainfall but that at the end of winter came a prolonged period of drought until well into September. In general terms it has been a dry year that has favored the health of the vineyard, reducing the number of phytosanitary treatments due to the excellent condition of the grapes. The harvest in terms of quantity is very similar to that of 2020 and even slightly higher, favored in some vineyards by the precipitation at the end of September. These climatic conditions have caused the harvest to come about 10 days later than the 2020 harvest, obtaining warmer wines, with less acidity than other years but with a very remarkable colorimetric potential, making powerful and structured wines. They are wines slightly less aromatic due to the heat but they gain in color and structure.

02/06

Vintage of the wine

2021

03/06

Winemaking

Hand-harvested, destemmed, and fermented in stainless steel tanks. Aged in medium-toasted, neutral oak barrels (60% French and 40% American) for 12-14 months. Systematic microbiological monitoring and monthly barrel topping up ensure that barrel aging adds complexity to the wine while preventing oxidative notes that might mask the fresh fruit typical of Tempranillo from Rioja Alavesa.

04/06

Varieties

* 100% Tempranillo.

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05/06

Aging

12-14 monts medium toast

06/06

Tasting notes

Colour

Ruby Red color, intense and bright

Nose

Very intense on the nose with notes of balsamic and fine nuances of plum and clean oak.

Mouth

Smooth, velvety, complexand structured. A pleasant finish with red fruits and hints of balsamic notes

Pairing

Red meats, cured cheeses, poultry and chicken dishes

Our
Awards

The Spanish Institute of Quality Wine is a private academic association that brings together the leading independent Spanish wineries.

95

points

2015

IWC – 2021 UK

Our
Awards

The Spanish Institute of Quality Wine is a private academic association that brings together the leading independent Spanish wineries.

95

points

2015

IWC – 2021 UK

D.O

D.O. Ca. Rioja (Alavesa)

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