Where the Heart of Wine Beats – Shrimp Tostadas Wine Pairing
Shrimp tostadas enjoyed with a delicious Rioja White. From light and crisp to bold and full-bodied, there’s a bottle to please every palate. Shrimp Tostadas Ingredients: 1lb. Shrimp (51/60 peeled and deveined) 1 Tbsp. Pimenton 1 Tsp. Garlic powder 1 Tsp. Oregano, dried and ground 2 Tsp. Salt 3 Tbsp. Olive oil To Prepare: Add […]
Affordable Spanish Reds Chosen by Drinkhacker
Get to know a little more about wines from Rioja! Drinkhacker’s founder and editor in chief, Christopher Null has featured the 2016 Bodegas Burgo Viejo Rioja Crianza among his top three affordable Spanish Reds! The wines of Spain can be ultra-luxe, however, most of the time you’ll find great values from this warm region, known […]
Thrillist – 8 Wine and Chocolate Pairs for Valentine’s Day
What’s better than wine and chocolate for Valentine’s Day? Brook Sager, contributing writer for Thrillist has featured an exquisite Rioja wine in her list of perfect pairings! Wine and chocolate already have powerful appeal on an individual basis, but put them together and you’re in for one indulgent pairing. But it’s not as simple as […]
Forbes: Remarkable Ageability Of Tempranillo Wines
Catherine Todd, food and wine contributor for Forbes, showcased several Rioja bodegas when describing how the Tempranillo varietal of grape ages remarkably well and can compare to that of a Bordeaux. The wine appellation of Rioja has done a spectacular job of introducing the world to the incredible Spanish grape variety Tempranillo which makes up […]
Rioja Wine Academy: going from strength to strength
The educational project of the Control Board of the Rioja Qualified Designation of Origin goes from strength to strength with the launch of the first-ever “Official Rioja Wine Educator” programs since the Rioja wine academy was launched. In autumn this year, 15 leading wine experts, including several Masters of Wine, stage-two students from the Institute […]
100 Days of Rioja | Week Fourteen 2021
Bodegas Perica Reserva 2009 Baking spice and smoky wood-grain aromas are classy but dominate fruit scents. This wine feels crisp and snappy, with hard tannins. Spicy, woody flavors match the nose and are backed by chocolate and berry fruit notes, carrying through to the spicy, oaky finish. Glorioso Seleccion Especial 2014 Dark red with plum, […]
100 Days of Rioja | Week Thirteen 2021
Ramirez de la Piscina Crianza 2016 Deep ruby red with a pale violet rim. On the nose the characteristic Sonsierra red fruits combine with touches of spicy wood. In the mouth it is tasty, spicy and structured, with hints of vanilla and coffee and a good balance between wine and oak. The finish is long […]
100 Days of Rioja | Week Twelve 2021
Carlos Serres Reserva 2014 Cherry red color with a thin terracotta edge showing its longer barrel age. The wine shows its mature black fruit, toffee and mineral notes. This is a silky wine with harmonious balance of flavors with an elegant and refreshing finish. Blend: 85% Tempranillo, 10% Graciano and 5% Mazuelo Perfect for matching […]
100 Days of Rioja | Week Eleven 2021
Marques de Atrio 2018 Primary aromas of fresh fruits, elegant notes of herbs and tropical notes (pineapple and passion fruit) Juicy, fruity, pleasant and persistent in mouth and balanced acidity. Bodegas Bhilar 2019 Rich and dark on the nose with aromas of hedgerow fruit and morello cherries. Bringing aromatics of dried thyme, rosemary and cloves, […]
100 Days of Rioja | Week Ten 2021
Viña Hermina Reserva 2014 This is an attractive and complex Reserva, with an elegant and intense red cherry color. The nose is unmistakably Rioja, with an excellent balance between blackcurrant and oak aromas. The palate shows a velvety texture which flows wonderfully, with a round and lingering finish. The perfect companion for roasts, game stews […]
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