Winery: Bodegas Baigorri                                  

Region: D.O.C. Rioja

Vintage:  2018                  

Bottle: 75cl                                                    

Grape Varieties:  90% Tempranillo, 5% Grenache and 5% other native varieties

Type: Red Crianza

Alcohol Volume:  14.5%

Serving Temperature:  16º - 18º

Production: From vineyards overlooking the town of Samaniego at the foot of the mountain range “Sierra Cantabria”. Bodegas Baigorri perfectly integrated into its surroundings enjoys a unique location in Rioja Alavesa. Baigorri follows a rigorous selection process on its vineyards, the grapes come from old vines which provide the wines with a unique quality. Harvested by hand and following a very smooth process, qualities that contribute to producing high quality wines.

The Crianza comes after a very rigorous selection at the sorting table, they are given a long maceration and intracellular fermentation in stainless steel vats, natural pumping over done by gravity. Afterwards it spends 14 months in French and American oak barrels.

Tasting Notes: Aromas of very ripe black fruits, dark cherries and crème of cassis completed with a touch of spice. The palate is medium bodied, silky textured, jammy fruit, juicy with roasted coffee and dark chocolate flavors.

Notes: Drink now – 2027