Eguren Ugarte Martin Cendoya Reserva is a premium red wine produced by the renowned Eguren Ugarte winery in the Rioja appellation of Spain. The wine is made from carefully selected Tempranillo grapes grown in the winery's own vineyards, which are located in the heart of Rioja Alavesa. The vineyards are characterized by their high altitude, which results in a cooler climate and slower ripening of the grapes, leading to greater complexity and depth of flavor in the wine. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including aging in oak barrels for at least 18 months, which imparts a subtle vanilla and spice flavor to the wine. The resulting wine is a classic Rioja Reserva, with a deep ruby color, aromas of ripe red fruit, and a smooth, elegant palate with well-integrated tannins and a long, satisfying finish.
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This Eguren Ugarte Martin Cendoya Reserva is a robust and complex Rioja with a ruby red color and aromas of ripe fruits, leather and spices.On the palate, it displays flavors of blackberries, cherries, and figs with a hint of mocha and tobacco. The tannins are well integrated, providing a smooth and balanced finish. Enjoy now or cellar for up to 10 years.
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.