Taste & Aging
Light
Bold
Smooth
Tannic
Dry
Sweet
Soft
Acidity
Complexity
Beautifully layeredDrinking Window
Aging phase
Until 2022
Ready to drink
2022 - 2026
Past peak
After 2026
Aromas
Food Pairing
Vintage Report
The 2021 vintage in Rioja is rated as excellent with a score of 94 points. The wines from this year are still young and powerful, indicating excellent aging potential.
An excellent Rioja wine, in a striking bottle. All the senses are heightened as soon as Nube de Leza Garcia Maturana Tinta is poured. Bodegas Leza Garcia also combines traditional winemaking with contemporary techniques in this Rioja red wine, a practice that has made the winery famous. Bodegas Leza Garcia has been making wine for decades. Since 1994, the winery has undergone a complete renovation and revised its grape plantings. Since then, the winery has prospered and is among the best in Rioja.
A unique wood aging for Nube de Leza
The vineyards for Leza Garcia are located in Rioja Alta, the most beautiful area within the Rioja region. Besides well-known names, the winery has also planted unique grape varieties. The Maturana Tinta is a prime example. This grape is incredibly old but was almost extinct. Several wineries are reviving it. After the harvest, Nube de Leza Garcia Maturana Tinta is aged in a special oak barrel. The oak barrels are made of both American and French oak. This gives this Rioja wine a unique aroma and flavor that many wineries envy.What does this Nube de Leza Garcia Maturana Tinta taste like?
This red wine will delight many Rioja lovers. A superb glass of red wine that perfectly balances all the aspects of a good Rioja. Elegant and refined, from the first sip to the very last drop. The aroma offers top notes of soft fruits like raspberries, currants, and blackberries. But a knowledgeable wine drinker might also detect hints of green herbs and pine needles. The palate is spirited, soft yet distinctive. The juicy fruit notes are clearly present, while the spicy palate also sits beautifully on the tongue. The finish has a pleasant and refreshing acidity, making Nube de Leza Garcia Maturana Tinta the perfect accompaniment to grilled food.Product details
| Alcohol content | 13.5% |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0.75L |
| Region | Rioja |
| Sub-region | Rioja Alta |
| Appellation | Uruñuela |
| Land | Spain |
| Producer | Leza García |
| Varietal(s) | Maturana |
| Oak aging | Yes, Aged in both American and French oak barrels. |
| Ideal serving temperature ? | 16° - 18°C |