Product description
Discover the versatility of Rioja with this red wine tasting set. From smooth and fruity to powerful and refined: this selection shows what the region is known for, with great balance, ripe fruit, and subtle oak influence.
The Marqués del Hueco Reserva DO Rioja is a refined, powerful, classic Rioja blend of 90% Tempranillo, 5% Mazuelo, and 5% Graciano. Limestone, clay, and alluvial soils at around 550 meters altitude provide depth, structure, and fresh elegance, ideal for aging. In the glass, it shows a bright ruby red color with slight brick tones. The nose is expressive with red cherry, forest fruits like cassis and redcurrant, complemented by fresh menthol notes and hints of white pepper and licorice. On the palate, it is powerful yet elegant, with silky tannins, lively acidity, and a long, refined finish with subtle coffee and toffee notes.
The Viticultores de Lapuebla 'El Propósito' Tinto is a refined, expressive red wine from Rioja made from 95% Tempranillo and 5% Viura. Hand-harvested grapes undergo spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel, followed by malolactic fermentation and aging in French oak. After 7 months, the wine gains complexity while remaining fresh. In the glass, it shows a bright cherry red color with purple reflections. The nose offers ripe red fruit, plum, and spice. On the palate, it is elegant and powerful, with soft tannins, fresh acidity, and a long, harmonious finish.
The Viticultores de Lapuebla 'Melancólica' Crianza is a rare, expressive Rioja red made from 100% Maturana. Hand-harvested and fully destemmed, it undergoes spontaneous fermentation in open vats, followed by 11 months in French oak and 5 months in bottle. It shows a deep cherry red color. The nose is complex with wild strawberry, blackberry, floral tones, and spice. The palate is round and creamy with soft tannins and a long, elegant finish.
The Viticultores de Lapuebla 'Camino de la Torre' Tempranillo is a terroir-driven Rioja made from 100% Tempranillo. Partly fermented with whole clusters for added complexity, followed by aging for 14 months in oak and 6 months in bottle. It shows a deep cherry red color. The nose reveals black fruit, plum, violet, and herbs. The palate is powerful yet refined, with firm tannins, fresh acidity, and a long layered finish.
The Viticultores de Lapuebla 'Carrelvillar' Crianza is an exclusive Rioja made from 100% Tempranillo. Hand-harvested, fermented in open vats with daily pigeage, then aged 11 months in French oak and 5 months in bottle. It shows an intense cherry red color. The nose offers red fruit, plum, spice, and earthy notes. The palate is structured and powerful with silky tannins and a long refined finish.
The Viticultores de Lapuebla 'Galáctico' Crianza is an elegant Rioja made from 100% Garnacha Tinta. Partly whole-cluster fermented, aged 11 months in French oak and 6 months in bottle. It shows a deep ruby color. The nose reveals floral orange blossom, red fruit, and spice. The palate is structured and powerful with fresh acidity and a long finish.
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