Spain
In this week’s celebration of wine we visit Spain! Try out an Albarino grown in the Rias Baixas of the North-West. Then one Rioja white and two Rioja reds.
@ Humble Vine
June 19th
2-8 PM
Wine Tasting: $20
Pazo Cilleiro, Albarino Rias Baixas, Spain $21
The grapes are selected from small vineyards around the winery in Salnés Valley—in the heart of Rias Baixas, along Spain’s northwest coast. Pazo Cilleiro has an intense nose, with pronounced notes of citrus, pears, apples and white peaches, as well as hints of honeysuckle bloom. This is a smooth and easy-going wine—the palate is vibrant and fresh with a round, persistent and pleasantly refreshing finish.
Peccadillo, Rioja Blanca $25
A unique take on Rioja. It’s all Tempranillo fermented via carbonic maceration to bring out the ripe red and black fruit. Then it’s aged just a few months in 100% new French oak, adding layers of dark chocolate and spice but not much in the way of extra tannins. The juicy acids keep the fruit fresh and forward while the oak spice builds on the easygoing finish. Give it a chill for more refreshment or let it warm up to enjoy more richness.
Peccadillo, Rioja Rioja, Spain $25
A unique take on Rioja. It’s all Tempranillo fermented via carbonic maceration to bring out the ripe red and black fruit. Then it’s aged just a few months in 100% new French oak, adding layers of dark chocolate and spice but not much in the way of extra tannins. The juicy acids keep the fruit fresh and forward while the oak spice builds on the easygoing finish.
Lopez de Herredia, Tondonia Reserva Rioja, Spain $69
One of the most famous wineries in Rioja. Lopez de Herredia is sought after for its true Rioja wines. Tondonia is Made from Tempranillo with 10% each of Graciano, Garnacha, and Mazuelo, all from the Paraje de Tondonia close to Haro, it's a timeless classic, sustained by acidity and showing remarkable focus and precision with chalky notes and scented red berry fruit.
