Bodega LECEA represented by EpicureVin

Bodegas LECEA Young Red Wine 2023

Name: Bodegas LECEA Young Red Wine 2023
Brand: Bodega LECEA represented by EpicureVin
SKU: LECEAYoungRed2023
Price: 109.0 DKK
Availability: InStock

"Young wine - everyday wine, for a very affordable price"

SUMMARY: LECEA's Young Red captures the pure spirit of Tempranillo in its most vibrant form. Crafted from vines over 20 years old, this bright, cherry-colored wine offers an exceptionally fresh and approachable expression of our terroir. Bursting with aromatic red raspberries and displaying a perfect balance of lightness and structure, it's an honest, everyday wine that proves excellence doesn't need to be expensive. A true testament that great wine can be both accessible and delightful for any occasion!

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

YEAR: 2023

ALCOHOL: 14.0%.

GRAPE VARIETY: Tempranillo 100%.

CLASSIFICATION: Young Wine.

CORK: Natural cork 45mm.

AGE OF THE VINEYARD: Over 20 years of age.

ELABORATION: This wine embraces traditional winemaking methods, beginning with careful destemming of the Tempranillo grapes. The process continues with a 14-day cold maceration on the skins, allowing gentle extraction of color, flavor, and structure. During the initial phase, the wine undergoes two daily pump-overs to enhance extraction, transitioning to gentler handling in the final days - a careful balance that preserves freshness while building character.

TASTING NOTES

VISUAL PHASE: Bright, intense cherry red color in the glass, displaying youthful vibrancy and attractive luminosity. The wine's deep hue promises the freshness and energy of young Tempranillo.

OLFACTORY PHASE: A vibrant and inviting bouquet leads with bright raspberry aromas, complemented by notes of fresh, ripe red fruits. The nose is clear and expressive, showcasing the pure, youthful character of Tempranillo.

TASTE PHASE: This wine reveals its friendly character immediately, offering a juicy, fruit-forward palate that's both satisfying and wonderfully balanced. Its round, pleasant texture carries the perfect weight, while maintaining an easy drinkability that invites another sip. The long finish completes this harmonious experience, making it a versatile companion for any moment of the day.

SERVING TEMPERATURE: Between 14°C and 16°C.

GASTRONOMY: A wonderfully versatile wine that shines across a broad spectrum of cuisine. Perfect with Mediterranean favorites like saffron-infused rice dishes and pasta with rich sauces. Complements hearty legumes and grilled vegetables while having enough character to pair beautifully with roasted meats - from herb-seasoned chicken to grilled beef. Its balanced nature makes it an excellent match for semi-cured cheeses, creating a perfect tapas pairing. An adaptable companion that elevates everyday meals to enjoyable dining experiences.

How to Taste and Truly Understand Wine?

Tasting wine is an art that involves all your senses, offering a journey of discovery. Here are four key steps to guide you:

The Visual Experience (Visual Phase) - Color, Clarity, Cleaneness of wine, "Wine Legs"...
The Aroma (Olfactory Phase) - Bring the glass to your nose and take a deep breath...
The Taste (Palate Phase) - Take a sip and let the wine flow across your palate...
The Grape Variety: The Soul of the Wine - Grape varieties are regarded among the most crucial elements in differentiating wines...

At EpicureVin, we believe tasting wine should be as enjoyable as discovering its story. Each bottle we offer invites you to embark on a sensory journey, uncovering hidden gems that make every sip memorable.

The Visual Experience (Visual Phase)

Begin by examining the wine in your glass. Observe its color - is it pale straw, golden, ruby, or deep purple? Notice its clarity - a clear, bright wine often signals quality. Swirl the glass gently, watching its transparency and how it catches the light. Each of these visual cues can hint at the wine’s age, grape variety, or even its origin!

Pay attention to the wine legs - the streaks that form on the inside of the glass after swirling. While they don’t indicate quality, they can reveal the wine’s alcohol and sugar content. Watching how the legs form and flow offers clues about the wine's richness and body, enhancing your appreciation before the first sip.

The Aroma (Olfactory Phase)

Bring the glass to your nose and take a deep breath. Start broad - what families of aromas can you identify?
For white wines: Do you notice citrus, tropical, or orchard fruits?
For red wines: Are the aromas leaning towards red fruits, blue fruits, or darker black fruits?
Avoid overanalyzing at first; let the scents unfold naturally. As you grow familiar, you’ll start recognizing subtler notes like spices, herbs, or even earthy tones that reveal the wine's character.

The Taste (Palate Phase)

Take a sip and let the wine flow across your palate. Notice how it interacts with different parts of your mouth:

Is it vibrant and zesty, or rich and smooth?
Does it feel balanced, with flavors lingering elegantly after you swallow?

A great wine tells its story through texture, structure, and harmony - this is what elevates the experience.

The Grape Variety: The Soul of the Wine

Every wine begins with a grape, and its variety is the key to understanding its personality. In Rioja, Spain, a region renowned for its winemaking tradition, there are five red grape varieties and nine white grape varieties that form the foundation of its exceptional wines.

The red grapes include Tempranillo, the backbone of Rioja reds, known for its balance and elegance; Garnacha Tinta, offering bold fruitiness; Graciano, prized for its intensity and structure; Mazuelo (also known as Carignan), adding vibrant acidity; and Maturana Tinta, a lesser-known variety with a unique earthy character.

For white wines, Rioja showcases Viura (or Macabeo), celebrated for its fresh and floral notes; Malvasía, with its aromatic richness; Garnacha Blanca, offering citrus and herbal nuances; Tempranillo Blanco, a rare mutation of the red Tempranillo; Maturana Blanca, one of the region's oldest varieties; Turruntés, not to be confused with the Argentine grape; Chardonnay, bringing international appeal; Sauvignon Blanc, adding crispness; and Verdejo, contributing vibrant flavors and minerality.

EpicureVin is here to help you the exploration of these grape varieties, where you will be able to unlock the secrets behind Rioja's rich diversity of flavors and textures, discovering wines that capture the soul of this historic region.

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