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 […]
100 Days of Rioja | Week Nine 2021
El Jardin de la Emperatriz 2017 “Aromas of ripe red and black fruits accompanied by spicy nuances. On the palate it is very pleasant thanks to the elegant tannins. A flavorsome, fresh and versatile wine.” Bodegas Campillo Reserva 2012 “Clean, bright, intense cherry red, with ruby rim. Intense on the nose, fresh fruits hints, sweet […]
More than just wine: Rioja Architectural Marvel
Just like our wine, Rioja leans into and is grounded by our surroundings. Rioja is a destination that differs from one to the next. Rioja is significant because of the wine, process, food, but also our architect. Men’s Journal Features At the center of the Rioja Alavesa wine region in Álava, Spain, is this avant-garde […]
100 Days of Rioja | Week Two 2021
Vina Bujanda Reserva 2014 “Deep purple with garnet highlights, this wine shows deep, spicy aromas of blueberries, leather, mocha, and cacao. On the palate, it shows round tannins, crisp acidity, and a balanced body. Pair this wine with juicy steaks, lamb chops, and beef kebab.” Finca Nueva Crianza 2016 The gourmand red 2016 Crianza has […]
August 28th is National Red Wine Day
Cheers to national red wine day. Every day seems like a great day to celebrate red wine. That being said, August 28th is “National Red Wine Day,” so we thought you might like to celebrate with some Wines from Rioja. La Rioja Alta 2012 Viña Arana Gran Reserva (Rioja); $48, 94 points. Dry oak aromas are the greeting, […]
100 Days of Rioja | Week One 2021
Bodegas Riojanas Vina Albina Reserva 2013 Ruby-red with a tawny rim, brilliant. Elegant on the nose, well-blended aromas with hints of wood. Fine and well-structured on the palate, with good acidity and polished tannins. Complex retronasal fragrance, delicate and persistent Lopez de Haro Crianza 2017 Plum, cherry, and earthy spice notes make up a classic […]
Wine & Spirits Magazine Top 100
Raise a glass! We are proud to announce three wineries from the region of Rioja earned coveted spots on the Wine & Spirits “Top 100 Wineries” list. Congratulations to centenarian Rioja wineries, Marqués de Murrieta, Muga, and R. López de Heredia! Each year, Wine & Spirits selects its “Top 100 Wineries” via a two-step, blind-tasting process. This year, Rioja wineries represented three […]
Forbes Feature: There Is More To Rioja Than Just Red Wine
Forbes writes: When wine-lovers hear the name Rioja the first thing that most likely comes to mind is an aged red made from the Tempranillo grape. That image would not be wrong; 86% of the wine produced in this storied Spanish region is red, and the majority of that is made with Tempranillo. Of the […]
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