Bodegas Real Rubio

2013 Bodegas Real Rubio Rioja Crianza

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Real Rubio Rioja Crianza 2013

The story of Viñedos Real Rubio began over one hundred years ago at the hands of the great grandparents of the current winemakers, who began grape growing in plots around Monte Yerga in the region of Rioja. Their vineyards are home to most of the official varieties of the Rioja Designation of Origin: Tempranillo, Garnacha, Graciano, Viura, Verdejo. In addition, they have vines over 60 years old alongside other younger ones less than a decade old. For Real Rubio, wine and the vineyards constitute a way of understanding life which goes way beyond the mere act of growing and making wines, something they have tried to capture in the winery.

Style: Red Blend

Region: D.O. Rioja

Vintage: 2013

Varietals: 80% Tempranillo, 20% Graciano

Winemaking Notes: Harvested at the beginning of October. Selection of grapes from low yielding vines. Grapes sorted totally de-stemmed and controlled fermentation at 77ºf. 18 months barrel aging, of which 12 were in French oak and 6 months in American oak, to complete the polishing of the wine.

Tasting Notes: The Graciano grape combined with the classic Tempranillo gives this wine lively colors and solid acidity. On the nose, the French oak mingles with the red berries and vanilla. Potent in the mouth, long on the palate with pleasant, ripe tannin which completes the harmony of the wine.

Pairing Suggestions: Rich meat tapas dishes, cured meats, powerful cheeses.

Alcohol: 13.5%

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