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Almagre Rioja 2003
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Almagre Rioja is Vina Ijalba's least expensive wine, a Tinto with 6 months aging in American oak. It is a blend of 90% Tempranillo and 10% Mazuelo (the local name for Carignan). The vines are more than 10 years old and have been tended organically since 2000. After harvest, the grapes undergo a long 20-day maceration that gives the wine its good fruit concentration. 2003 was a good year in Rioja. This wine has benefited from a years bottle aging and shows very well now. A great everyday Spanish...
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"Slightly tighter and more complex than previous years, this single- vineyard wine delivers a ton of spice and herbs on a masculine bouquet and palate. Well-blended acids and tannins allow for it to be drunk now or over the next five to eight years. About 4,000 cases made." -M.S.
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Almagre is a small winery located near Logroño, in the heart of Rioja. Their Rioja Tinto has 6 months aging in American oak. It is a blend of 90% Tempranillo and 10% Mazuelo (the local name for Carignan). After harvest, the grapes undergo a long, 20-day maceration that gives the wine its excellent fruit concentration. For four years, this has been one of our most popular Spanish wines, and the 2006 vintage is refreshing, yet nuanced and ready to drink now. A great everyday Spanish wine and a fantastic...
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Conde de Valdemar Reserva Rioja 2003
Bright cherry color with sweet vanilla, cedar and spice on the nose. Rich and mouth filling, this outstanding Reserva is balanced by excellent acidity, medium tannins and a long silky finish. A great match for roasted meats, grilled game and medium cheeses.
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- The most important red wine varietal for both everyday and world-class Spanish wines. Frequently, the wines made from Tempranillo have aromas of black cherry fruit as well as leather and earthy qualities. Some studies have shown that this varietal is a relative of Pinot Noir. The two most famous areas for great Tempranillo based wines are the Ribera del Duero and the Rioja. In the Duero, the wines are commonly blended with Cabernet and/or Merlot. While in the Rioja it is more frequently blended...
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