| | | Tempranillo, whilst it is one of the most widely grown grapes in Spain, it is seldom sought after here in the US. This is sad because Tempranillo is like a soft puppy that just wants to please everyone. It can be soft and fruit forward and inviting when grown in La Tierra De Castilla Y Leon or sturdy and brooding when grown in Ribera del Duero. Either way, Tempranillo has a way to please everyone. | | Gota De Arena Tempranillo Deep purple color, the aromatics erupt from the glass featuring a mix of crushed red and black fruits, and sweet spice tinged with cedar. An incredible value, possessing fantastic fruit, excellent mid-palate depth and ripe tannins. | | | | Berry, spice and tobacco aromas work in unison to give this Crianza a nice start. A firm palate avoids jamminess and shows grip. Dark plum, raspberry, spice and pepper flavors hold on through the finish. For everyday Rioja, there isn't much better than this. | |
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