GRAPESExclusively from estate-owned old vines over 70 years old. Bush trained and picked by hand.

GRAPE VARIETIES90% Tempranillo and 10% Mazuelo.

VINIFICATIONTraditional winemaking that entails ageing the two varieties separately in American oak barrels for twelve months. The wines are then blended and returned to the barrels, where they spend another six months. After ageing, the wine is left for 12 months in steel tanks, where it is further refined, and then it is ready for bottling.

TASTING NOTESA cherry red wine of great depth. Good glyceric density, with gentle legs sliding down the sides of the glass, giving an indication of its great volume. Elegant aromas of liquorice, with ripe fruit, and spicy, pepper aromas, underscored by minty notes and a light mineral touch. Fine, elegant, silky tannins in the mouth, with good acidity to balance the palate. The sensations of fruit and spices remain for a long time. A Classic Rioja that beautifully reflects the benefits of one of the best vintages of the 21st century.

DRINKING TEMP. AND PAIRINGPreferably drink at 16-18 °C. Ideal to accompany red meat, vegetables and cheeses.