Bodega FINCA BARRONTE represented by EpicureVin

Finca BARRONTE Crianza Red Wine 2021

Name: Finca BARRONTE Crianza Red Wine 2021
Brand: Bodega FINCA BARRONTE represented by EpicureVin
SKU: FincaBARRONTECrianza2021
Price: 149.0 DKK
Availability: InStock

"Tim Atkin Gold for best value for money red wine in 2024"

SUMMARY: Named the Best Value Crianza of 2024 by renowned critic Tim Atkin MW, this wine delivers Reserva-level complexity at a Crianza price point - a true hidden gem that drinks like a wine twice its price. Born in high-altitude vineyards and nurtured in clay-calcareous soils, it develops the impressive body and structure typically found in much more expensive bottles. After gentle vinification, twelve months in French oak and patient bottle aging create a depth and refinement that transcends its category. For wine enthusiasts seeking exceptional quality without the premium price tag, this wine offers an opportunity too good to miss - delivering the sophistication of a high-end Rioja at a fraction of the expected cost.

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

YEAR: 2021

ALCOHOL: 14.0%.

GRAPE VARIETY: Tempranillo 90% and Graciano 10%.

CLASSIFICATION: Classic Wine.

CORK: Natural cork 45mm.

AGE OF THE VINEYARD: Over 70 years of age.

SOIL: Calcareous clay.

ELABORATION: This distinguished wine begins with carefully selected grapes from our high-altitude vineyards, where the elevation naturally preserves their vital acidity. The vines thrive in clay-calcareous soils, which contribute significant body and robustness to the final wine.
Our gentle winemaking approach employs gravity-flow techniques, allowing the destemmed grapes to move naturally into fermentation tanks. The spontaneous fermentation takes place at low temperatures, preserving the wine's delicate aromatics and fresh character.
Maturation continues for 12 months in French oak barrels, followed by a minimum of 4 months of bottle refinement, allowing the wine to develop its full complexity while maintaining elegance.

TASTING NOTES

VISUAL PHASE: A brilliant, intense cherry red color fills the glass, displaying remarkable depth and pristine clarity. The wine's rich hue promises both power and refinement.

OLFACTORY PHASE: A harmonious bouquet where Tempranillo's signature aromas unfold gracefully. Fresh red fruits mingle with subtle spice notes, creating a perfectly balanced aromatic profile that showcases the variety's classic character.

TASTE PHASE: This wine makes a graceful entrance, revealing impressive length on the palate where silky, well-integrated tannins create a round, pleasing texture. Its honest, well-crafted structure supports layers of flavor that carry through to a persistent and beautifully balanced finish. While drinking beautifully now, its refined composition promises continued evolution over the next four years.

SERVING TEMPERATURE: Between 15°C and 17°C.

GASTRONOMY: This well-structured wine pairs beautifully with a wide range of cuisines. Its soft tannins and balanced character make it especially complementary to red meats, from grilled steaks to slow-roasted lamb, and traditional Spanish dishes such as cochinillo asado and lechazo. The wine shines alongside roasted poultry, particularly duck and darker meat cuts, while harmoniously accompanying rich pasta dishes with meat-based sauces. It pairs wonderfully with aged cheeses like manchego and idiazábal, as well as mushroom-based dishes and grilled vegetables. The elegant structure enhances hearty stews and casseroles, making it versatile enough for both casual meals and fine dining experiences. Its ability to age also makes it an excellent choice for special occasions.

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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