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Manuel Quintano Rioja El Sauco
Manuel Quintano
Spain - Rioja - Rioja Alavesa

El Sauco is a very old an special field-blend vineyard located in of the most special places from Rioja

Color: Cherry red with a garnet border.
Aroma: Intense aroma of black fruits, spices and toasted notes from the oak.
Taste: Fruity, spicy, powerful and balanced.

RS: 1.0 g/L
TA: 5.5 g/L

Specifications
Appellation
Rioja Alavesa
Wine Type
Red
Varietal(s)
86% Tempranillo and 14% other autochthonous varieties (Viura, Garnacha and others)
Age of vines
82 years old (planted in 1937)
Agricultural Practices
Sustainable
Soil type
Chalky sand
Vinification
From vineyards over 80 years old located in Labastida.
No irrigation.
Harvested by hand.
Pre-fermentation cold maceration for 4 days. Manual pumping and treading.
The wine is oak aged for 20 months in French oak barrels.
Production
300 (9-liter cases)
Pairings

Cured Spanish meats, Iberian cured ham, fish dishes with sauces, grilled meat and small game. The wine goes perfectly with light lunches or dinners.

Producer Information: Manuel Quintano

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