Baron de Barbon Oak Aged Rioja 2012
Rioja DOCa
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Classic Tempranillo with all the hallmark, velvety, toasty flavours that have made Rioja such a hit. The grapes come from the old vineyards of Rioja Alavesa, rare in such a modestly priced wine, and key to its popularity and Trophy winning pedigree.
Wine Details
- Red - Full Bodied
Spain- Bright, mid plum red
- Tempranillo
- 10.125 Units
- 13.5% ABV
- 31 January 2017
Flavour Profile
Tasting notes
Medium weight, very smooth and fruity with some sweet spices
Aroma
Poached red berries and vanilla
The Wine
A previous vintage of Barón de Barbón was called “arguably the greatest Rioja for the price on sale in the UK” (Scotland on Sunday) – no doubt why our customers order it more often than any other. The talent behind this contemporary, fruit driven Rioja is the young and infectiously keen Javier Murúa. His father Julián owns Bodegas Muriel (a winery Julián’s parents originally established in 1926) in Rioja’s superior Alavesa. We have a fabulous working relationship with the family, ensuring we get first refusal on their finest vats. With its mouthfilling, red berry flavours and fragrant vanilla character, this supple Rioja is most enjoyable on its own or with simple suppers such as grilled lamb chops, meaty pasta dishes or chicken casserole.
"Good as soon as the cork is removed, but EXCELLENT if left to breathe for an hour!"
Online Review for 2010
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