Production and aging
Vineyards: Selection of own vineyards in the Briones, Rioja Alta terroir, with an average age between 15 and 20 years, grown in soils with a marked clay-ferrous profile. Harvest: Manual. All grapes remain in cold storage for 36 hours before processing on a selection table. Harvesting began in early October. Production: After gentle crushing, the must is gravity-fed into small French oak vats where it ferments and macerates in contact with the skins at a controlled maximum temperature of 28 °C, receiving light pump-overs for 20 days. Fermentation: In small French oak vats.
Aging: 16 months in French and American oak barrels, with periodic rackings and a minimum of 6 months in cellar.
Tasting Note for Vivanco Crianza
- Appearance: Vivanco Crianza has a bright cherry color.
- Nose: Intense aromas of ripe fresh fruit, with spicy and licorice notes, accompanied by elegant toasted and smoky aromas.
- Palate: In the mouth, it is fresh and flavorful, with an elegant, persistent, and well-balanced mouthfeel.
Pairing
Vivanco Crianza is ideal to accompany all kinds of Mediterranean cuisine dishes, rice dishes, legumes, pasta, and all types of white and red meats.
It is recommended to consume at a temperature between 16 and 18°C.
Data Sheet
Wine Type: Red WineWinery: Vivanco WineryGrape Variety: Tempranillo, Graciano, MaturanaAging: CrianzaAlcohol Content: 13.5%Format: 75cl.Country of Origin: SpainDesignation of Origin: Rioja
