Winery | Bodega Contador (Benjamín Romeo) |
|---|---|
Grapes | 100% Tempranillo |
Region | Rioja |
Wine style | Spanish Rioja Red |
Alcohol content | 15% |
Allergens | Contains sulfites |
Bottle closure | cork |
Wine description | The 2012 presents a mulberry red high intensity and shine. On the nose, plus red and ripe black fruit, balsamic highlights the character and herbs (thyme, rosemary, lavender, fennel). Also shows a marked mineral character background of very fine and well integrated wood. The palate is fine and powerful yet also very bulky. It highlights a great balance between fruit and oak. Aftertaste long and intense finish. Very ripe and tasty. |
Light | Bold | |
Smooth | Tannic | |
Dry | Sweet | |
Soft | Acidic |
Rioja is one Spain's most famous wine regions and is one of only two regions classified under the Denominación de Origen Calificada (DOCa) system. Its two most important red grapes are Tempranillo and Garnacha.
When it comes to Rioja reds, there are 4 categories of ageing to keep in mind:
Joven - There are no specific requirements here, but these wines tend to be 1-2 years old.
Crianza - Thes...
