Familia Valdelana represented by EpicureVin

Familia Valdelana Young Rosé Wine 2023

Name: Familia Valdelana Young Rosé Wine 2023
Brand: Familia Valdelana represented by EpicureVin
SKU: ValdelanaYoungRoseWine2023
Price: 109.0 DKK
Availability: InStock

Familia Valdelana Dry Young Rosé Wine 2023 D.O.Ca RIOJA

SUMMARY: Rub the rose and discover the aroma of wine. The Familia Valdelana Rosé is an expressive and vibrant rosé that captures the essence of D.O.Ca Rioja. On the nose, it offers an impressive bouquet of watermelon, pomegranate, and currants, creating a lively and fruity aroma profile that entices the senses. The wine’s fresh and youthful character shines through in every aspect, from its vibrant color to its refreshing, crisp palate. With its perfect balance of fruit and acidity, this rosé is a true reflection of modern Rioja winemaking, ideal for those seeking a lively and aromatic wine experience.

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

YEAR: 2023

ALCOHOL: 12.5%.

GRAPE VARIETY: Tempranillo and Grenache.

CLASSIFICATION: Young Wine.

CORK: Natural cork 45mm.

AGE OF THE VINEYARD: Over 15 years of age.

SOIL: Calcareous clay.

CLIMATE: Mediterranean with Atlantic influence.

ELABORATION: The wine is carefully crafted using a blend of Tempranillo and Grenache. After hand-harvesting, the grapes undergo a cold maceration for 8 hours to extract aromatic precursors and achieve the desired delicate hue. The bleeding process follows, where the first must is gently separated from the skins to retain the wine's freshness and purity. Fermentation then begins at low temperatures, allowing for a controlled, gradual process that preserves the vibrant fruit aromas and flavors. This technique results in a crisp, refreshing rosé with bright acidity and aromatic complexity, showcasing the best of D.O.Ca Rioja's winemaking traditions.

TASTING NOTES

VISUAL PHASE: The wine presents a beautiful raspberry rose color, with a delicate violet rim that highlights its youthful and vibrant nature. The hue is bright and inviting, reflecting the wine’s freshness and elegance.

OLFACTORY PHASE: The nose is fresh and aromatic, with vibrant notes of pomegranate, watermelon, blueberries, and currants, evoking a delightful summer fruit salad. These fruity aromas are beautifully complemented by a subtle hint of rose petals, adding a floral touch that enhances the wine’s elegance and complexity.

TASTE PHASE: The wine opens with a fresh and vibrant attack, where its fruitiness and youthful character take center stage. The palate is fleshy yet light, with a perfect balance of attractive acidity that gives it a crisp, refreshing profile. The finish is persistent, leaving behind a lingering memory of fruity notes, making it an enjoyable and refreshing experience from start to finish.

SERVING TEMPERATURE: Cool, between 6°C and 8°C.

GASTRONOMY: This fresh and vibrant rosé pairs beautifully with a variety of light and flavorful dishes. Its crisp acidity and fruity character make it an ideal companion for seafood dishes such as grilled shrimp, ceviche, or fresh oysters. It also complements light salads, especially those with citrusy dressings, and goat cheese or fresh cheeses. For a more substantial pairing, try it with grilled chicken or pasta salad with Mediterranean flavors, such as olives, tomatoes, and herbs. The wine’s fruity profile also pairs well with lightly spiced Asian cuisine, like Thai or Japanese dishes, as well as charcuterie featuring mild cured meats and fresh fruit.

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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