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Cosme Palacio Rioja 2011

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Cosme Palacio Rioja 2011

Dark red cherry color. Nose where oak leads the way with aromas of coffee, vanilla, caramel and spices notes. More expressive with air. Quite harsh at first on the palate at bottle opening, air will be of a good use here too. Then flavors of blueberries, mulberries, spices, cappuccino and vanilla. Good acidity level and ended with a silky mouthfeel. Long and tasty finish. Good+ (88)

Made of Tempranillo. Aged 13 months in new oak barrels, then 9 months in bottle prior to being released. Alcohol level of 14%

Available at the SAQ for 18,85$ (Code SAQ :  00237834)

Producer’s website: bodegaspalacio.com

Represented in Québec by : importation-epicurienne.com

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Bodegas Moraza Rioja Tempranillo 2013

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Bodegas Moraza Rioja Tempranillo 2013

Deep red color with purple hue. Aromas of black fruits, spices, black earth and smoke. Quite austere at first, 30 minutes of air really changed the wine and its strength soften to let the fruit express itself with a silky mouthfeel. Also had notes of spices and rocky soil flavors. Medium acidity level and a slightly smoky finish. Very good (89)

Made of Tempranillo. Certified organic farming. Went through a partial carbonic maceration and was aged in concrete tanks. Alcohol level of 13,5%

Available at the SAQ for 17,30$ (Code SAQ :  12473825 )

Producer’s website : bodegasmoraza.com

Represented here in Québec by : agenceboires.com

Bodegas Moraza Rioja 2013