There is something so special about Rioja. The wines are a inspiration of what Spain is all about…food, culture, and the soul of this special place. Rioja is hot not just popular but a tremendous wine with such a clear vision and no pretense. I love to pair Rioja with rich beef or Oaxacan Mole Poblano. Anything else does seem noble or brave enough. Vina Valoria Rioja Cosecha is hard to find but it is worth the search.
This wine is 80% Tempranillo, 10% Graciano, 10% Carignane (Mazuelo) – the bottle I drank from was #025704 and exhibited tobacco, leather, chili mulato, eucalyptus, and winter mulling spices. This wine is a tremendous value and I look forward to trying their reservas wines.
The Spanish Table – Berkeley – $14.99 (at time of tasting)
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