01/06
Vintage
The 2016 harvest began late and was defined by drought and high temperatures in July and August followed by favourable conditions in September and October. Extensive rainfall throughout the winter months provided adequate hydration for the vines, making it possible to maintain the exceptional health of the grapes and we proceeded with a staggered harvest once they had reached perfect ripeness in each of the vineyard plots. The alcohol content is lower than in the past two years but reached excellent acidity, tannins and colour levels resulting in one of the best vintages in Rioja Alavesa memory.
02/06
Vintage of the wine
2016
03/06
Winemaking
The grapes are destemmed and crushed before undergoing a cold maceration at 6º C for 36 hours. Afterwards, the must and skins are placed in stainless steel deposits and fermented at a constant 25º C. Following fermentation, the wine begins the malolactic fermentation naturally after a month.
05/06
Aging
The wine is aged for 18 months in American and French oak barrels, one to three years old and with a medium toast. The wine is racked every 6 months. After the final racking, the wine is lightly clarified and decanted and bottled directly without any type of filtration.
06/06
Tasting notes
Colour
A highly intense and deep core of dark cherry with a pinkish edge. Bright and clean.
Nose
Complex, with good intensity. Over a background of ripe fruit, one notices notes of cocoa, wild fruit (dark cherries), smoke and liquor. As it stays in the glass, mineral and balsamic notes begin to arise. The wood is well integrated.
Mouth
Full of flavour on the fore palate with a base of wild ripe berries as the principal sensation, similar to a mix of jam, candy and marinated plums. Light, velvety feel, with a liquorice finish.
Pairing
Pairs well with poultry, red meats, lamb, pasta in sauce and all types of mature cheese.
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