OntañónPlinioElViejoEcologicoRioja

<p>Bright cherry and raspberry aromas balanced by sweet spice. The palate is structured with complex, ripe red fruit, clove and black pepper characters. Poised and well-balanced with fresh acidity and a touch of mocha on the long finish. </p><p> Raquel, Ruben, Leticia and Maria Pérez Cuevas are part of the 5th generation of the Cuevas family to make wine in Rioja Baja. Their father, Gabriel, inherited parcels of vineyards just outside the town of Quel on the higher slopes of the Sierra de Yerga mountain range. He was determined to produce wine that embodied the region, where he believed some of the highest quality wines from Rioja are made, and soon acquired more vineyard in the area. </p><p> The Tempranillo grapes are sourced from 100% EU certified Organic vineyards, at an altitude of nearly 500m. </p><p> There is a long maceration of the grapes (over 20 days) – fermentation at controlled temperatures. Ecológico spends five months in American and French oak barrels (new and 1-2 year old barrels). </p><p> Perfect with lamb or steak dishes.</p>