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Elaboration and aging

Rioja Bordón Crianza is made with the Tempranillo and Garnacha Tinta grape varieties. After the selection of the fruit for Rioja Bordón Crianza, the elaboration is based on destemming the clusters and gently crushing the berries. After the alcoholic fermentation and completion of the malolactic fermentation, the wine is transferred to American white oak barrels (from Ohio) with medium toast.

The wine remains in barrels for 12 months and its aging is interrupted every six months to carry out the traditional barrel-to-barrel transfer.

Tasting notes of Rioja Bordón Crianza

• Appearance: Rioja Bordón Crianza has a red color with ruby ​​hues.
• Nose: It expresses marked notes of ripe fruits, hints of toast, and touches of vanilla.
• Palate: It stands out for its smoothness with good structure and elegant tannins. Its finish brings notes of fruits and spices.

Pairing

Rioja Bordón Crianza is ideal for accompanying legumes, white and grilled meats, sheep cheese, pasta, and general fried foods.

Recommended serving temperature: 16º - 18ºC.

Data sheet

Wine type: Red wine Winery: Bodegas Franco Españolas Grape variety: Tempranillo, Garnacha Aging: Crianza Alcohol content: 13.5% Format: 75cl. Country of origin: Spain Designation of origin: Rioja