Rioja Heredad de Tejada Tempranillo
Fresh, fruity Rioja from old vines, all raspberry and liquorice, with a touch of herbaceousness on the nose.
Comes from a selection of old vineyards, between 50 and 70 years old, located in Rioja Alta.
Hand picked during the second and third week of october and transported to the winery in boxes and small trailers. Fermentation take place in 25 ton stainless steel tanks under a controlled temperature below 25º C, and maceration is extended for 2 weeks. Aged in new French oak barrels between 3 and 4 months.
Will be lovely with roast lamb or beef with herbs such as thyme and rosemary or manchego cheese.
