Aspaldi

Crianza Rioja Tempranillo Blend

7.71 ratings
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La Rioja, Spain
Tempranillo Blend
Duck, Pasta, Beans & Peas, Goose, Chili & Hot Spicy, Exotic Spices, Game, Baking Spices, Herbs, Mushrooms, Hard Cheese, Turkey, Pork, Salami & Prosciutto, Tomato-Based, Venison, Pungent Cheese, Soft Cheese, Onion, Chicken, Veal, Paella
Top Notes For
Diane Heyboer

This was the Rioja Alavesa from Aspaldi. Super tannic with a musty bouquet. Aeration didn’t help the mustiness but helped smooth out the astringency that this wine had way too much of. Some tart blackberry and a hint of cedar/leather. Not a very good wine at all. Would never buy again.

This was the Rioja Alavesa from Aspaldi. Super tannic with a musty bouquet. Aeration didn’t help the mustiness but helped smooth out the astringency that this wine had way too much of. Some tart blackberry and a hint of cedar/leather. Not a very good wine at all. Would never buy again.

Apr 15th, 2024