The Society‘s Rioja Crianza
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2003
| Avg. Rating: | 82.0/100 (1 Review) |
|---|---|
| Winery: | The Wine Society |
| Vintage: | 2003 |
| Varietal: | Tempranillo |
| Country: | Spain |
| Region: | Rioja |
| Retail Price: |  11.70 USD |
| Created by: | Adam Taylor |
| Purchase: | Buy this wine › |
Rioja is Spain's foremost wine region. This Crianza, a quality designation meaning it has been aged for at least 12 months in barricas (225 litre oak barrels) before bottling, is a typical example. It is produced for us by Bodegas Palacio, who are located in the heart of the Rioja Alavesa at Laguardia, a spectacular fortified village with walls dating from the 13th century, situated on a prominent hill set against the backdrop of the Sierra Cantabria mountains. It is made from tempranillo sourced primarily from the Alavesa region. Ageing for 12 months in American oak barricas has contributed an attractive aroma of vanilla, and small amounts of oxygen entering the wine through the wood and during the racking process have matured the wine, allowing its tannins to soften. The resulting wine has a round and silky palate with a developed bouquet combining gentle fruit flavours with aromas of cedar, tobacco and leather.
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The Society‘s Rioja Crianza
(over 2 years ago)
ajt23
82.0/100
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