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Winery | Valserrano |
|---|---|
Grapes | Garnacha |
Region | Rioja |
Wine style | Spanish Rioja Red |
Alcohol content | 14% |
Allergens | Contains sulfites |
Wine description | COLOUR: Cardinal-like crimson with medium depth and purplish hues. AROMA: Before swirling in the glass the aromas are of intense red berries, blueberries and blackcurrants. When you swirl he wine, nuances of blackberries, aromatic herbs like basil, sage, etc and something reminiscent of Indian ink appear. |
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...
