CVNE, Imperial, Rioja, Northern Spain, Spain, 2011
88
Tasted by:
(at Decanter's March 2017 issue Premium Red Rioja Panel Tasting, 12 Dec 2016)
Drinking Window: 2017 - 2022
Gritty tannins are balanced out by fine aniseed and a golden lift of acidity. Quite a lightweight style that is still youthful.
Producer
CVNE
Brand
Imperial
Vintage
2011
Wine Type
Still
Colour
Red
Country
Spain
Region
Northern Spain
Appellation
Sweetness
Dry
Closure
Cork
Alcohol
14.00%
Body
Medium
Oak
Oaked
Grapes
5% Carignan / Mazuelo
10% Graciano
85% Tempranillo / Tinto Fino