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Pies Negros 2013 Tinto

Artuke, Rioja

Grapes are sourced from vineyards planted at 550m to 620m of altitude on clay-limestone soils in the village of Ábalos. Half of the wine is aged in 500-litre barrels, the other half in 225-litre casks. Grapes are traditionally foot-trodden –hence de name “pies negros” (“blackfeet”). Purple colour. Concentrated, fruity nose with blackberries and lead pencil aromas. Consistent, fruit-driven palate with good acidity; tannins need to be polished. 15.5 points

Date tasted Thursday 29th of October 2015
Reviewer Amaya Cervera
Grape 90% Tempranillo, 10% Graciano
Ageing 12 months
Alcohol 14%
Bottle 75 cl.
Drink 2016-2019
Price 9 €