2016 Vendimia Seleccionada para Guarda

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2016 Vendimia Seleccionada para Guarda

Tasting Notes 

Covered, intense and elegant. Great aromatic complexity, velvety and with a long balsamic and spicy aftertaste.

 

Terroir

From selected vineyards in the sub-area of Rioja Alta and Alavesa with an average of more than 25 years.


Vinification process

Traditional production method based on a selection of the best grapes of the estate, harvested by hand at its optimum ripeness, and after selecting the fruits in perfect condition. Harvested by hand in boxes of 12 Kgs. Alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks. Aged in Alliers and Nevers French oak barrels of medium toasting and 18 months of aging. It is only made in years of exceptional quality.


About Marques de la Concordia

 

Don José Abascal (1743-1821) was crowned Marqués de la Concordia in Peru in 1812 by King Fernando VII of Spain, was also recognized for his personal merits in the 24th Viceroyalty of Peru (1806-1816) Man of his time (The Enlightenment), was an intellectual in the army and made an important public work in Peru. he also pursued reform in society and an advance of knowledge in the vast territory and cities that he ruled in the name of the King, making the Creoles and the metropolitan Spaniards work together. This is the origin of the word "Concordia" in its title.

Did you know?

 

This is the most prized Rioja reserve today is the crown jewel of the Marqués de la Concordia family.

     

      Specifications

      Year 2016
      Bottle Size 750ml
      Cultivar
      100% Tempranillo
      Country Spain
      Alcohol content
      14% alc vol 
      Units of alcohol per bottle 10.5 units
      Type Red Wine
      Cellaring Potential For immediate enjoyment in 2024
      Allergen Information Contains sulphites
      Food Matches
      Ideal to accompany meat dishes, roasts and cheeses, Pairs well with barbecued quail, roast beef, platters of pizza or a bowl of pasta with pesto. Serve at 18°C.
      Appellation DOCa Rioja