great wine to have on hand
4 stars
This is an excellent Rioja Crianza. very soft on the palate with a rich taste with very light oak. I would recommend this wine to anyone who likes red wines.
- Energy395kJ 95kcal5%
- Fat0g0%
- Saturates0g0%
- Sugars0.2g0%
- Salt<0.01g0%
of the reference intake*
Typical values per 100g: Energy 316kJ / 76kcal
Product Description
- Vina del Cura Rioja Crianza DOCa. Product of Spain.
- Ripe berry flavours are complemented by soft vanilla tones and just a hint of peppery spice. Serve with cured meats or mature, hard cheese. this classic wine, made from Tempranillo grapes, is aged for 12 months in oak barrels. Serve with cured meats or mature, hard cheeses.
- Ripe berry flavours are complemented by soft vanilla tones and just a hint of peppery spice. This classic wine, made from Tempranillo grapes, is aged for twelve months in oak barrels. Serve with cured meats or mature, hard cheeses.
- Wine of Spain
- Fruity & medium bodied
- A classic Rioja with 12 months oak barrel ageing
- Suitable for vegans
- Pack size: 75cl
Information
Ingredients
INGREDIENTS: Tempranillo, Sulphur Dioxide, Potassium Metabisulphite.
Allergy Information
- Contains sulphites. Contains sulphites.
Tasting Notes
- Ripe berry flavours are complemented by soft vanilla tones and just a hint of peppery spice.
Region of Origin
Rioja
Wine Colour
Red
Alcohol Units
10.1
ABV
13.5% vol
Producer
Bodegas Eguia
Type of Closure
Natural Cork
Wine Maker
Jose Maria Ryan
Country
Spain
Alcohol Type
Wine
Grape Variety
Tempranillo
Vinification Details
- Tempranillo grapes are hand-picked from vines aged up to 80 years old, during the 1st week of October. The grapes are fermented in stainless steel tanks and then aged in American oak barrels for 12 months.
History
- Bodegas Equia is a family owned and managed winery that was founded in 1986 when Julian Murúa rejuvenated the cellar established by his parents in 1926. Since then, the winery has been growing constantly and developing with the objective to produce the best quality wines. The grapes are sourced from its own vineyards and from local grape producers that have been linked to the winery since its origin. The winemaking process is focused on creating unique, complex, aromatic well made wines
Regional Information
- Bodegas Eguia is in Elciego, a village situated right in the heart of the Rioja Alavesa subzone, one of the three main areas in the D.O.Rioja. Elciego is considered in terms of winemaking one of the most reputed areas inside the D.O.Rioja.
Storage Type
Ambient
Storage Instructions
- This wine can be drunk now but will further improve if carefully stored for up to 1 year
Storage
Store in a cool dark place. To enjoy this wine at its best enjoy within a year of purchase. Once open drink within two days.
Produce of
Product of Spain
Preparation and Usage
- Goes with
- Cured meats or mature, hard cheeses.
Number of uses
Bottle contains 6 glasses
Recycling info
Bottle. Glass - Widely Recycled
Name and address
- Bottled by:
- Bodegas Eguia S.L.,
- Elciego,
- Spain.
- Tesco Stores Ltd.,
- Welwyn Garden City,
Return to
- Tesco Stores Ltd.,
- Welwyn Garden City,
- AL7 1GA,
- U.K.
Lower age limit
18 Years
Net Contents
75cl ℮
Nutrition
| Typical Values | Per 100g / Per 100ml | A serving contains |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 316kJ / 76kcal | 395kJ / 95kcal |
| Fat | 0g | 0g |
| Saturates | 0g | 0g |
| Carbohydrate | 0.2g | 0.2g |
| Sugars | 0.2g | 0.2g |
| Fibre | 0g | 0g |
| Protein | 0g | 0g |
| Salt | <0.01g | <0.01g |
| * Reference intake of an average adult (8400 kJ / 2000 kcal) | - | - |
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