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Elaboration and aging

Rioja Bordón Crianza is made with the Tempranillo and Garnacha Tinta grape varieties. After selecting the fruit for Rioja Bordón Crianza, the elaboration process involves destemming the clusters and gently crushing the berries. After alcoholic fermentation and completed malolactic fermentation, the wine is aged in American white oak barrels (Ohio) with medium toasting.

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

Tasting notes for Rioja Bordón Crianza

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

Pairing

Rioja Bordón Crianza is ideal to accompany legumes, white and grilled meats, sheep cheese, pasta, and fried foods in general.

Recommended serving temperature: 16º - 18ºC.

Data sheet

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