Carraquintana 2018 [Red]
Producer: Bodegas Amaten
Region: DOC Rioja

Singular vineyard, 3 contiguous plots planted in 1930, 1940 y 1962, a field blend: mainly tempranillo + malvasía with a small measure of garnacha and a smidgin of graciano. Nurtured 14 months in a mix of 500 & 225 liter barrels as well as a 700 liter concrete egg.

Dark color, ripe berry fruit, mellow vanilla/cinnamon spice, well integrated oak elements.
Smoky, chewy/juicy, slightly leathery tannins, veiled spicyness with deep dark, plummy fruit, nice acidity, eternal finish. Something really special, evolving superbly. Delightful & outstanding. To sip and enjoy.

Rioja Alavesa, bottled with the "Viñedo Singular" label, reserved for unique vineyard plots in Rioja.

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7 Feb 2025