Jesus Madrazo Rioja Crianza 2018
Spain, DOCa Rioja
Tempranillo, Graciano, Merlot, GarnachaDescription
Red fruit on the nose; cherries, wild berries, cassis with some typical Graciano balsamic notes and white pepper. It is so intoxicating and aromatic (something to fall in love with!), has good balance on the palate and the tannin will become more polished over time. An excellent, final length with vibrant acidity. I am really happy with my work!
Awards
Bronze Decanter Medal
Bronze International Wine & Spirits Competition (IWSC)
Bronze International Wine Challenge (IWC)
Alcohol
14.5%
Analytical data
dry
Vineyard
Cuzcurrita del Rio Tirón
Soil Type
Rocky clay-limestone with a parcel of ferrous-clay in Rioja Alta and silt/alluvial deposits over ferrous-clay in Rioja Oriental
Winemaker
Jesus Madrazo
Vinification
Destemmed immediately upon arrival at the winery, the grapes were fermented in a stainless-steel tank at temperatures of 28º to 30ºC for 7 days and, after another 10 days of maceration, the malolactic conversion took place for 15 days (70% in 2 and 3-year-old oak barrels and 30% in stainless-steel vats).
Maturation
All of the wine was aged in 2 & 3 year old American and French Oak barrels (50/50) for 12 months, with periodic racking.