Las Barracas Gran Reserva Tempranillo Cabernet Sauvignon 2008
Catalunya DO
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High altitude vineyards in the Pla de Bages are brilliant for producing luscious, fruit filled wines. With centuries of winemaking behind them, the Roqueta family have the region's finest cellar. Enjoy their mellow fruit and spice Gran Reserva.
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Wine Details
- Red - Light Bodied
Spain- Mid depth tawny red
- Tempranillo-based blend
- 10.125 Units
- 13.5% ABV
- 31 December 2018
Flavour Profile
Tasting notes
Silky textured bramble and strawberry with spicy, clove scented oak
Aroma
Complex dark plum, cassis, cloves and vanilla
The Wine
The Roquetas can trace the history of their family back to 1199, and their original winery buildings, now over 800 years old, are still standing. They are based in Catalunya, just north of Barcelona, in the foothills of the Pyrenees. Key to the freshness of their wines is the altitude of the vineyards and the corresponding disparity between day and night-time temperatures. This luxurious red was made by talented winemaker Juan Soler at the very modern Roqueta cellar. He chose to add a portion of crunchy Cabernet to the mainly Tempranillo grapes for extra richness and depth. And two years ageing in a mix of French and American oak has mellowed the wine beautifully. Enjoy with roast shoulder of lamb or a Spanish style pork and bean casserole.
"This Catalan blend of Tempranillo and Cabernet can challenge most wines from Rioja but is cheaper"
Online Review for 2007
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