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Burgo Viejo Rioja Graciano Organic
Bodegas Burgo Viejo
Spain - La Rioja - Rioja

The grapes here are coming from a 2-hectare single vineyard, grown organically, with a distinctive stony soil (it is an old quarry).

Looking for the highest harmony with the environment, Burgo Viejo produced this red cherry colored wine with violet shades. Structured and fruity, it offers aromas of blackberry and subtle spice. Full-bodied, fresh and well-balanced with smooth and velvety tannins.

Specifications
Appellation
Rioja
Wine Type
Red
Varietal(s)
100% Graciano
Agricultural Practices
Organic
Certifications
Gobierno de la Rioja
Soil type
Stony
Vinification
Destemming and light crushing of the grapes. Fermentation at controlled temperature in stainless steel tanks. Malolactic fermentation in concrete tanks. Aged 3 months on the lees with frequent batonnage (stirring of the lees).
Pairings

Red meat, pasta dishes, Spanish tapas, medium matured cheeses.

Reviews and News

2021 Burgo Viejo Rioja Graciano - 90 PTS - DECANTER

2021 Burgo Viejo Rioja Graciano - 90 PTS - DECANTER

decanter logo 250"Aromas of macerated plums and red fruits. The palate brings grainy tannins and a leathery, savory twist. Finishes well. "

- Decanter (June 2022), 90 pts

2021 Burgo Viejo Rioja Graciano - 89 PTS - BEST BUY - WE

2021 Burgo Viejo Rioja Graciano - 89 PTS - BEST BUY - WE

wine enthusiast 89 pts

"Bright cherry red in the glass, this wine has aromas of blackberry preserves and orange blossom. Flavors of pomegranate and cranberry are joined by delicate tannins and notes of orange zest, roast grape tomato, fennel and dark chocolate. - Mike DESIMONE."

- Wine Enthusiast (May 2023), 89 pts - BEST BUY

2019 Burgo Viejo Rioja Graciano - 90 PTS - W&S

2019 Burgo Viejo Rioja Graciano - 90 PTS - W&S

wine and spirits logo 250"If you were to macerate strawberries and rose petals, you might get something that smells like this wine. Add new oak to that, as well as graciano’s edgy acidity, and you get a bright, intense red wine desperately seeking morcilla."

- Wine & Spirits (December 2021), 90 pts

2017 Burgo Viejo Rioja Graciano - 90 PTS - VINOUS

2017 Burgo Viejo Rioja Graciano - 90 PTS - VINOUS

vinous logo"(aged in stainless steel and concrete) Vivid ruby. Spice-accented red and blue fruit scents are complemented by hints of candied licorice and cracked pepper. Offers concentrated bitter cherry and boysenberry flavors, along with a smoky mineral undertone that adds nervy lift and cut. Picks up a floral pastille quality on the energetic finish, which features fine-grained tannins and repeating florality. - Josh Raynolds"
- Antonio Galloni's Vinous (February 2019), 90 pts

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2015 Burgo Viejo Rioja Graciano - 90 PTS - VINOUS

2015 Burgo Viejo Rioja Graciano - 90 PTS - VINOUS

vinous logo"(aged in new and used American oak barrels for a year) Lurid ruby. A vibrant, perfumed nose displays fresh red and dark berry and pipe tobacco scents, along with hints of vanilla and cola. Supple and broad on entry, then tighter in the midpalate, offering intense raspberry liqueur and spicecake flavors and a hint of candied rose. Supple, even tannins build slowly on the clinging finish, which leaves behind a sweet red fruit note. - Josh Raynolds"
- Antonio Galloni's Vinous (May 2017), 90 pts

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2014 Burgo Viejo Rioja Graciano - 89 PTS - VINOUS

2014 Burgo Viejo Rioja Graciano - 89 PTS - VINOUS

vinous logo"(aged for a year in new and used American oak barrels) Dark ruby. Ripe dark berries, licorice and vanilla on the nose, along with a subtle floral overtone. Sweet and broad on the palate, offering plush blackberry and cherry-vanilla flavors that are given spine by juicy acidity. Rich and fleshy in style, delivering solid closing thrust, good persistence and slow-building, harmonious tannins. - Josh Raynolds"
- Antonio Galloni's Vinous (May 2017), 89 pts

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2014 Burgo Viejo Rioja Graciano - 87 PTS - WINE VALUE - WA

2014 Burgo Viejo Rioja Graciano - 87 PTS - WINE VALUE - WA

wa300"The 100% Graciano cuvée, the 2014 Graciano shows more structure and an elegant, bluer-fruit style, with high, lifted and fragrant notes of spring flowers, black cherry and blackberry. It is soft, stylish, lush and interesting. Drink it over the next several years."
- Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (March 2016), 87 pts - Excellent Wine Values for Under $25

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Producer Information: Bodegas Burgo Viejo

Six families of farmers founded Bodegas Burgo Viejo in 1987 (with the next generation coming on-board, it is now sixteen families working together). Burgo Viejo´s main asset has always been ...
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