Sunday, September 4, 2011

Marques de Arienzo Crianza 2006 DOCa

Variety: 95% Tempranillo, 5% Graciano and Mazuelo
Country of origin: Spain
Wine appellation: Rioja
Vintage: 2006  
Alcohol content: 13.5%
Color: medium garnet red with bricky meniscus
Bouquet: red fruit with dominance of canned sour cherry supported by light wood
Taste: medium to full body, reminding me of sour cherries in alcohol and nice matured tones, medium finish
Recommended food pairing: dry sheep cheese
Overall score: 83
Price: EUR 5.50
Stopper: cork
Rioja with less fruit and more aged and big barrel tones   

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