Baron de Ley Varietales Garnacha Rioja is a premium wine produced by Baron de Ley, a renowned winery in Rioja, Spain. This wine is made from Garnacha grapes grown in the vineyards located in the Rioja Baja region, which is known for its warm climate and clay soils. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, followed by fermentation and aging in oak barrels for several months. The resulting wine is a rich and complex red with aromas of ripe red fruit, spices, and vanilla. It has a full-bodied and velvety texture with a long and elegant finish. This wine is a perfect choice for those who appreciate the unique flavors and characteristics of Rioja wines.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This full-bodied Baron de Ley Varietales Garnacha Rioja offers aromas of blackberry, raspberry, and spice.On the palate, flavors of cherry, blackberry, and dark chocolate are complemented by hints of tobacco and mocha. With a good balance of acidity and tannins, the finish is long and smooth. Enjoy this wine with grilled meats or aged cheeses.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Mildly aromatic
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Firm
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Garnacha
ORIGINS
Winery: Baron de Ley
Region: Rioja
Rioja is Spain's most celebrated wine region, located in the north of the country in the autonomous community of La Rioja. It is bordered by the Basque Country, Navarra and Aragón, and is home to some of the country's most iconic wines.
Rioja has a long and storied history of winemaking, with evidence of viticulture dating back to the Roman Empire. The region was officially founded in 1925, and is now one of the most famous and respected wine regions in the world.