Conde de los Andes Tempranillo 2016
Overview
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This is a fresh, fruity and suggestively complex version of a wine produced from old Tempranillo vines, selected in small plots. The nose is fresh and rich, akin to red fruits, raisins and Mediterranean herbs, and a palate with underlying acidity, enough to enhance the vibrant and lively fruit aromas. It is well-structured and wonderfully fresh, with a finish that is long and pleasing. |
Wine Facts
Winemaker Notes
The grapes for Conde de los Andes Tempranillo come from a number of small plots near the Rioja Alta villages of Ollauri and Haro, where the vines are over 40 years old and grown in clay-limestone soil. The wine undergoes 21 days of fermentation in stainless steel vats, and then matures in French oak barrels for 14 months, with an additional 12 months’ bottle-aging before release.
Serving Hints
Excellent paired with spicy dishes, like Cajun style or Jambalaya. Also delicious with burgers, chicken or other meat dishes.
The grapes for Conde de los Andes Tempranillo come from a number of small plots near the Rioja Alta villages of Ollauri and Haro, where the vines are over 40 years old and grown in clay-limestone soil. The wine undergoes 21 days of fermentation in stainless steel vats, and then matures in French oak barrels for 14 months, with an additional 12 months’ bottle-aging before release.
Serving Hints
Excellent paired with spicy dishes, like Cajun style or Jambalaya. Also delicious with burgers, chicken or other meat dishes.
Producer: Conde de los Andes
Region: Ríoja (D.O.C.)
Country: Spain
Wine Composition: 100% Tempranillo
Residual Sugar: 2.5 G/L
Total Acidity: 5.51 G/L
Alcohol: 13.82%
Region: Ríoja (D.O.C.)
Country: Spain
Wine Composition: 100% Tempranillo
Residual Sugar: 2.5 G/L
Total Acidity: 5.51 G/L
Alcohol: 13.82%
Press Highlights
2016: 94 Pts - Somm Journal, July 20242016: 94 Pts #32 of the Best 50 Wines of 2023 - VinePair, Nov 2023
2016: 93 Pts - James Suckling, June 2022
2015: 92 Pts - Wine Enthusiast, Sept 2019
2015: 91 Pts - James Suckling, Aug 2018
2013: 92 Pts - Wine Enthusiast, Apr 2017
2013: 92 Pts - James Suckling, Dec 2016
2013: 92 Pts - Wine Advocate #226, Aug 2016
2013: 91 Pts - Vinous, Jan 2017