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- A good rioja should have fresh acidity, red and/or black fruit, oak, vanilla, spice and a nice long finish.
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Rioja is divided into three zones: 1. Rioja Altais located in the western, higher part of the region, and includes the winemaking town of Haro which is home to many of the best Bodegas (Muga, CVNE, La Rioja Alta, Roda). The vineyards lie high on the slopes of the Sierra Cantabria (up to 800 metres) resulting in grapes that ripen late yet retain liv...
Tempranillo is the most important grape and is at the heart of Rioja's best wines. It makes abundantly fruity, light wines and has a special affinity with oak-ageing, becoming graceful, silky and perfumed with time. A typical crianza will be a blend of mostly tempranillo with some garnachato add body. Graciano (a fine Rioja speciality, prized for i...
The best way to choose Rioja is to find a bodega that makes the style of wine you like as modern-day Rioja offers such a range, varying from the very traditional to the overtly international. Interestingly it was Bordeaux negociants who influenced winemaking in Rioja, showing the locals how to age wine in oak barrels. Today, Rioja's wine styles are...
In 1926 Rioja established the first consejo regulador and so was the first Spanish wine to obtain Denominación de Origen status. The regulations govern many aspects of wine production but of most significance to wine drinkers are the rules specifying oak ageing: Joven:wines that have had no oak ageing. Crianza:wines must spend a minimum of one year...
As you would expect, Rioja pairs perfectly with local Spanish food, particularly pork and lamb recipes that contain saffron, garlic, and red bell peppers. Joven Rioja fares better with spicy dishes, while a Reserva or Gran Reserva benefits more from simple, unsophisticated food.
- Three styles rule. In simple terms Rioja is made in three different styles: Traditional, Modern-Classical and Modern. Traditional styles are extensively aged in American oak barrels, for a silky mouthfeel and fine fragrance.
- Tempranillo. Tempranillo is the most important grape and is at the heart of Rioja's best wines. It makes abundantly fruity, elegant wines and has a special affinity with oak-ageing, becoming graceful, silky and perfumed with time.
- Rampantly red. A whopping 90% of Rioja is red, with the rest being made up of rosé and white. The indigenous grapes that you'll find in your bottle are: Red – tempranillo, garnacha, graciano, mazuelo, maturana tinta.
- Rioja is divided into three winemaking zones. Rioja Alta with vineyards that sit high up on the Sierra Cantabria, making wines with lively acidity that age well.
Rioja wine is a renowned red wine from the Rioja region in northern Spain, characterized by its exceptional quality, diverse styles, and rich history. Rioja wine is made primarily from Tempranillo grapes, although Garnacha, Graciano, and Mazuelo are also permitted varieties.
Nov 27, 2023 · While a Rioja wine will vary between younger, lighter Crianzas and bigger, bolder Reservas, it is safe to expect wine from Rioja to have medium acidity, tannins, and a multitude of rich flavors. Therefore, these wines are best suited for richly flavored dishes and hearty proteins.
Rioja is Spain’s most famous wine and perfect for full red wine lovers. Learn about the four types, from Rioja to Gran Reserva
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