Bodega FINCA BARRONTE represented by EpicureVin

Finca BARRONTE Graciano Red Wine 2023

Name: Finca BARRONTE Graciano Red Wine 2023
Brand: Bodega FINCA BARRONTE represented by EpicureVin
SKU: FincaBARRONTEGraciano2023
Price: 199.0 DKK
Availability: InStock

Tim Atkin 93 points

SUMMARY: Awarded an impressive 93 points by Tim Atkin MW in his 2024 Rioja Special Report, this 100% Graciano showcases the exceptional potential of this rare and noble grape variety. Through meticulous winemaking and precise barrel aging, it reveals an intriguing personality - intense violet depths in the glass lead to a sophisticated nose of black fruits and white pepper, culminating in a perfectly balanced palate. A wine that proves why Graciano, though often in the supporting cast, can create stellar performances when given the leading role.

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

YEAR: 2023

ALCOHOL: 14.5%.

GRAPE VARIETY: Graciano 100%.

CLASSIFICATION: Special Wine.

CORK: Natural cork 45mm.

SOIL: Calcareous clay.

ELABORATION: This distinguished Graciano begins its journey with perfectly ripened grapes, harvested at their optimal moment. The process continues with extremely gentle and swift destemming, a crucial step carefully executed to avoid any unwanted vegetal notes or oxidation.
The fermentation process employs very gentle pump-overs and carefully timed short macerations, preserving the grape's delicate characteristics while extracting ideal color and structure. The wine then matures for approximately six months in oak barrels, a period precisely calculated to achieve two key objectives: mellowing the tannins to silky smoothness and stabilizing the wine's deep color.
This meticulous approach ensures that the unique personality of Graciano - a grape variety known for its intensity and complexity - is captured while achieving perfect balance and refinement.

TASTING NOTES

VISUAL PHASE: An impressive depth of violet fills the glass, displaying remarkable intensity and pristine clarity. The wine presents a notably high concentration of color, creating an opaque core that speaks to its rich extraction and promises concentration.

OLFACTORY PHASE: A sophisticated bouquet unfolds to reveal intense black fruit aromas that lead the aromatic profile. These deep fruit notes interweave beautifully with expressive spices, particularly distinctive white pepper notes. A subtle roasted backdrop adds layers of complexity, creating an intriguing aromatic tapestry that showcases Graciano's noble character.

TASTE PHASE: The wine makes an elegant entrance, displaying impressive roundness on the palate where every element finds its perfect place. A masterful balance emerges between bright acidity and polished tannins, creating a harmonious structure. This equilibrium carries through to a lingering finish that's both persistent and pleasurable, inviting you back for another sip.

SERVING TEMPERATURE: Between 16°C and 18°C.

GASTRONOMY: This elegant Graciano, with its refined structure and balanced character, makes an excellent companion to sophisticated cuisine. Its soft tannins and bright acidity pair beautifully with rich game meats, especially venison and wild boar. The wine's spicy notes and black fruit character complement grilled red meats, particularly beef tenderloin and lamb chops prepared with herbs.
The wine's roundness makes it perfect alongside roasted meats with complex sauces, while its persistent finish stands up to rich stews and braised dishes. Try it with aged cheeses, especially those with intense flavors that match the wine's complexity. The balanced nature also makes it suitable for more refined dishes like duck breast with berry reduction or wild mushroom risotto.
Serve at 16-18°C to fully appreciate its aromatic complexity and elegant structure.

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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