{"product_id":"marques-de-caceres-rioja-crianza-2022","title":"Marques de Caceres Rioja Crianza 2022","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMarqués de Cáceres Crianza is a still red wine from Rioja, created from a harmonious \u003cstrong\u003eblend of Tempranillo, Garnacha and Graciano\u003c\/strong\u003e. This vegan wine displays an intense ruby colour, offering a bouquet that combines ripe red fruits with delicate notes of vanilla, cocoa and sweet spices. On the palate, it reveals a balanced structure, supported by well-integrated acidity and \u003cstrong\u003esilky tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its long, fruity finish makes it the ideal accompaniment for stews, Iberian cured meats and \u003cstrong\u003evegetarian dishes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes for this red come from the municipality of Cenicero, with selected plots in the Rioja Alta area. The terroir is characterised by \u003cstrong\u003eclay and limestone soils\u003c\/strong\u003e, enriched in some areas by an iron-rich subsoil, which are essential in defining the structure and elegance of the tannic texture. The influence of a \u003cstrong\u003emild Atlantic climate\u003c\/strong\u003e, with well-defined seasons, encourages optimal vine development, ensuring a profile that balances the natural ripeness of the fruit with a \u003cstrong\u003evibrant freshness\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction begins with meticulous hand harvesting, followed by destemming. Fermentation at a controlled temperature preserves the aromas, supported by a \u003cstrong\u003etwenty-day maceration on the skins\u003c\/strong\u003e. After malolactic fermentation in stainless steel, the wine matures for twelve months in \u003cstrong\u003eFrench and American oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, with racking every six months to aid its evolution. The process concludes with a further year of \u003cstrong\u003efinal ageing\u003c\/strong\u003e before release, helping to harmonise the spicy notes.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarqués de Cáceres Crianza 2022 originates in Cenicero, at the heart of the DOCa Rioja. The result of a manual harvest, this award-winning \u003cstrong\u003evegan\u003c\/strong\u003e wine reflects the richness of the region's calcareous, clay and iron-rich soils. Its harmonious character is shaped by 12 months of ageing in \u003cstrong\u003eFrench and American oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by a further year in the bottle to achieve perfect balance. Rated \u003cstrong\u003e92 points by James Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e, it offers contemporary elegance and silky tannins, ideal for enhancing your tastings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Marques de Caceres","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46261793521835,"sku":"60606","price":15.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/marques-de-caceres-rioja-crianza-2022_60606_1_a1bc1b0f-08b6-44e8-a106-709ea120bfff.webp?v=1777047525","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-dk\/products\/marques-de-caceres-rioja-crianza-2022","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}