Obalo La Encina Crianza Rioja
- 0.75L | 15.0 %
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Obalo La Encina Crianza Rioja
Taste & Aging
Light
Bold
Smooth
Tannic
Dry
Sweet
Soft
Acidity
Complexity
Complex & deepDrinking Window
Aging phase
Until 2021
Ready to drink
2021 - 2027
Past peak
After 2027
Aromas
Food Pairing
Vintage Report
The 2019 vintage for Rioja is rated as excellent with a score of 95. The wines are of high quality, approachable, and show early maturity.
The best-selling wine from the Obalo winery, and once you've had a sip of this red wine, you'll know why: it's so delicious. Obalo is a relatively young winery located in the heart of Rioja, a powerful wine region in northern Spain. It was founded in 2006 by Spaniard Manuel Jove. Obalo focuses on the Tempranillo grape, a grape that every Spanish person is proud of. The best wines are made from this grape, particularly in Rioja. The Tempranillo grapes are grown on old vines, which also enhances their quality.
The name Crianza in Rioja
The name itself suggests how Obalo Crianza Rioja is made. Spanish wine laws are quite simple. The designation "crianza" means the wine has been aged for at least two years, six of which in oak. However, these are minimum requirements. Obalo Crianza Rioja is aged for a full 12 months in oak, half of which is new oak. Finally, the bottles are aged for another 12 months at the Obalo winery.Many are fans of Obalo La Encina
We've become huge fans of Obalo Crianza Rioja. And we can hardly wait to share our enthusiasm with you. However, there are many other enthusiasts, including Harolds Hamersma, a renowned Dutch wine guru. Every year, he publishes a wine guide: the Grote Hamersma. In the 2019 edition, Obalo Crianza Rioja received a remarkable 9-, one of the highest scores. That's saying something, because only the very best receive this astronomical score.The smell and taste of Obalo La Encina Crianza Rioja
The moment you open a bottle, we immediately understand Mr. Hamersma. Because what a delight this is. Wow! The deep red color already reveals a robust, characterful glass of red wine. Your nose is pampered by rich and generous notes of blackberry, black cherry, and violet. You also discover warm spices, which immediately betray the oak aging. It's high time to take a sip of Obalo Crianza Rioja. We are certain you will fall in love with this wine. What a feast this is! A balanced palette of dark berries and juicy cherries lands on your tongue. Notes of minerals and herbs play with your taste buds. The appealing, velvety flavor completes Obalo Crianza Rioja. But perhaps the best part is the finish, which seems rich and lingering. Pleasant nuances of black fruit, spices, tobacco, chocolate, and a pleasant peppery note emerge on the back of the tongue.Product details
| Availability | Only 5 in stock! |
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| Alcohol content | 15.0% |
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Size | 0.75L |
| Region | Rioja |
| Sub-region | Rioja Alta |
| Appellation | Abalos |
| Land | Spain |
| Producer | Obalo |
| Varietal(s) | Tempranillo |
| Oak aging | Yes, 12 months in oak barrels, half of which is new oak. Followed by another 12 months of bottle aging in the bodega. |
| Ideal serving temperature ? | 16° - 18°C |
| Storage at perfecte wijn | Air conditioned at 18°c |
