D.O. Rioja/José Gil, La Sonsierra 0.75l
Viñedos en San Vicente de la Sonsierra is an authentic red "vino de pueblo" from the Rioja region by winemaker José Gil, which faithfully expresses the character of his native village thanks to careful work with hand-harvested Tempranillo, Garnacha and Viura grapes.
The wine combines fresh fruity notes with a harmonious structure and fine tannins, arising from spontaneous fermentation and ageing in concrete and French oak barrels, which gives it a distinctive depth and drinkability.
It stands out with high ratings from critics and an excellent balance between fruit, structure and terroir, making it an excellent choice for lovers of terroir-driven wines from the Rioja region.
Vino San Vicente de la Sonsierra is a fresh and distinctive red wine by winemaker José Gil. The wine is made from hand-picked grapes, mainly Tempranillo, complemented by Garnacha and a small percentage of Viura, grown on limestone-clay soils at an altitude of 515–620 m above sea level, giving the wine a fresh, mineral structure with fruity notes typical of this region.
Grape variety: The wine is composed mainly of Tempranillo, complemented by around 20% Garnacha and a small proportion of Viura, which helps combine fruity intensity with a balanced structure and freshness.
Awards:
2023 vintage:
94 points - The Wine Advocate
93 points - Tim Atkin
2022 vintage:
93 points - James Suckling
Ageing: After hand harvesting and spontaneous fermentation in concrete vessels, the wine ages 11 months in 500 l French oak barrels and partly in concrete, which supports its complexity and smooth structure, while remaining true to a pure expression of terroir.
Vineyard: The grapes come from various vineyards around San Vicente de la Sonsierra, where the terroir with limestone-clay soils and medium altitude creates ideal conditions for a distinctive and harmonious red wine that faithfully reflects the local character of the soil and microclimate.
Tasting notes: The wine has a bright red colour with a fruity aroma, dominated by notes of ripe red and dark fruit complemented by delicate floral and earthy-mineral nuances. On the palate it is harmonious and well structured, with balanced acidity, smooth tannins and a long finish that reflects the character of the village and the careful work of the winemaker.
Food pairing: Thanks to its freshness and elegant structure, the wine pairs beautifully with grilled red meat, lamb, roast poultry or dishes with herbs and spicy notes, and also suits mature cheeses.
Alcohol content: 13%
Origin: Spain, D.O.Ca. Rioja, San Vicente de la Sonsierra
Additional parameters
| Category: | Wines and Drinks |
|---|---|
| Oblast původu: | D.O.C Rioja |
| Obsah alkoholu: | 13,5 |
| Odrůda: | Garnacha tinta, Tempranillo, Viura |
| Ročník: | 2024 |
| Země původu: | Španělsko |
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