Real de Asúa 2019 is an oenological gem from CVNE, crafted to pay tribute to the Real de Asúa brothers, founders of this historic winery in 1879. This wine is produced solely from grapes from the Carromaza vineyard, offering a modern interpretation of the great Rioja wines, where the origin plays a central role. The philosophy behind this wine focuses on achieving precision, elegance, and freshness, while respecting the essence of the terroir to the utmost. The 2019 vintage in Rioja Alta was exceptional, providing a wine with outstanding balance and extraordinary aging potential. It has been awarded 97 points by James Suckling, 96 by Robert Parker and Wine Enthusiast, and 92 by Wine Spectator, solidifying its status as an essential regional reference. On the nose, Real de Asúa 2019 offers aromas of blueberries, currants, black cherries, and licorice, with notes of violets, rosemary, clove, cocoa, toffee, and an elegant mineral background. On the palate, it presents a deep, silky structure, fine tannins, magnificent freshness, and a long finish with the presence of dark fruits, flowers, spices, and mineral hints. It's ideal for pairing with roasted lamb, aged beef steak, game, traditional stews, and aged cheeses.