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Winery | Murua |
|---|---|
Grapes | Tempranillo, Mazuelo, Graciano |
Region | Rioja |
Wine style | Spanish Rioja Red |
Alcohol content | 14.5% |
Allergens | Contains sulfites |
Wine description | It has good cherry fruit. Clean and supple, with no edges, good acidity and a very pleasant finish. Dark plush anise, dark cherries, dark chocolate and spice box. Bold nose. Smooth and silky with very well integrated tannins. |
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...
