Carpess Crianza Rioja

At first, we wondered why there was an angel on the label, but just wait until the angel spills onto your tongue... The beautiful Egomei winery is located in the heart of the Rioja wine region. With its 40-year-old vines, Egomei has produced a magnificent harvest of full and powerful bunches. With deep roots, the plants are well-suited to the hot summers, where temperatures can sometimes exceed 40 degrees Celsius. A great deal of work is put into the vineyards to give the Tempranillo grapes their all. This is reflected in the wine, as Egomei wines are known for their pure style, with the exceptional power and suppleness typical of the Rioja wine region. Thanks to the modern techniques in which Egomei has invested heavily, we can taste them in this Crianza Carpess: a rich and full-bodied style with beautiful notes of oak and black fruit.

Are the Carpess grapes bathed before being pressed?

No, not in a bath, but the Tempranillo grapes do receive a wonderful treatment. When the Tempranillo grapes for this Carpess have reached the perfect ripeness, they are harvested early in the morning. Bunch by bunch, they are inspected and transported in small wooden crates to the modern winery. There, they await a refreshing shower, something only Egomei does with its grapes. Any remaining imperfections and insects are washed away, leaving the grapes fresh and ready for pressing. This Carpess undergoes a gentle pressing. The wine is also aged for 12 months in French and American oak barriques to earn the Crianza designation.

The scent and taste of the Carpess Crianza

This beautiful glass of Rioja, the Carpess Crianza, is truly exceptional. The grapes are harvested entirely by hand and sorted for quality. This ensures that only the finest grapes are used in this Carpess Crianza Rioja. This creates aromas of small black and red fruit, woody notes, chocolate, and spices (particularly vanilla and cinnamon). The palate is powerful and flavorful, followed by ripe tannins and a long, intense finish. But what a superb glass! An intense, robust wine with great depth, a true TOP-NOVEL. Want to pair this wine with a dish? Consider meat or a winter barbecue.