Grape Variety
Tempranillo, Grenache, Mazuelo
Tasting Notes
A classic red wine from the Rioja region of Spain full of red fruits and liquorice which are both hallmarks of the Tempranillo grape. Nicely balanced with the French and American oak flavours of vanilla, cocoa and caramel
History
C.V.N.E, Compañía Vinícola del Norte del España (the Northern Spanish Wine Company), was founded in 1879 in the town of Haro in Rioja by two brothers and today is still controlled by the direct descendants of the founding family. Since its inception, C.V.N.E has been focused on the production and ageing of red, rosé and white wines and now comprises four wineries: Cune, Imperial, Viña Real and Contino
Regional Information
The 545 hectares of vineyards that C.V.N.E owns are distributed between the two sub regions of Rioja Alta and Rioja Alavesa which are known for producing the very best Rioja wines. C.V.N.E has been dedicated to the environment and sustainability - they were the first wine company in Spain to achieve the double Environmental Footprint certification
Vinification Details
Traditional Spanish winemaking techniques are used to produce this classic red from Rioja. Matured for 1 year in American oak barrels to give a smooth easy drinking red wine
