2019 Ripa Vino Rosada Consecha, Rioja, SP

65% Grenache and 35% Tempranillo grapes from two plots. 30+ year-old vines. Grapes are destemmed, placed in stainless steel vats, and bled (saignée) for about 18 hours before racking. The wine then ferments in 500-liter used French oak casks and ages for 30+ months in the barrel and for about one year in the bottle.

Red currant, wild strawberry, hazelnut, and cinnamon flavors are embellished by subtle oak spices and a hint of forest floor. Beautiful rosado that drinks like your favorite sherry or vermouth.