LiQuery - R. L�pez De Heredia Vi�a Cubillo Crianza 2013

R. L�PEZ DE HEREDIA VI�A CUBILLO CRIANZA 2013

Item:	692780
Size:	750 mL (25.4 oz)
Type:	2013 VINTAGES
Release Date:	2022-09-10
Producer:	R. Lopez De Heredia
Location:	Spain - Rioja
Price:	$28.95 Price History
Style:	Red Wine Full-bodied & Firm
Alcohol:	12.5%
Varietal:	Tempranillo Blend
Sugar Code:	XD (3.0 g/L)
Rating:	93
Total Inventory:	538 vs. on
Cellar:	2025

Description
R. L�pez de Heredia is one of Rioja's great traditionalist winemakers. They control all aspects of their production including having their own cooperage to make the barrels to age their wines. And they do age them. This 2005 is considered an 'early release' for the winery. They believe in giving their wines substantial ageing in their cellars (in barrel first and then bottle) before release, and this is such an example. Enticing aromas of cherry, anise and tobacco should be front and centre. Expect lovely fruit tones and soft tannins on the palate, but it will also age another 5+ years in a good cellar. Enjoy it tonight with tapas or mezze dishes.

Description

R. L�pez de Heredia is one of Rioja's great traditionalist winemakers. They control all aspects of their production including having their own cooperage to make the barrels to age their wines. And they do age them. This 2005 is considered an 'early release' for the winery. They believe in giving their wines substantial ageing in their cellars (in barrel first and then bottle) before release, and this is such an example. Enticing aromas of cherry, anise and tobacco should be front and centre. Expect lovely fruit tones and soft tannins on the palate, but it will also age another 5+ years in a good cellar. Enjoy it tonight with tapas or mezze dishes.

Tasting Notes
Enticing aromas of blackberries, leather and cedar with some dried flowers follow through to a medium to full body with firm tannins and a fresh, citrusy finish. Very traditional and real. Drink now. Score - 93. (jamessuckling.com, Oct. 14, 2021)