Gómez Cruzado Rioja El Predilecto presents an abundance of cherry and berry aromas, accompanied by a subtle undercurrent of liquorice. On the palate, a medley of plum, bramble and woodland flavours join forces with elegant tannins to provide a rich, lengthy finish.
In a Special Report on Rioja for 2023 by Tim Atkin MW one of the foremost Wine Critics Gómez Cruzado Rioja Predilecto was awarded 93pts. "El Predilecto is a new wine from the brilliant David Gonzalez, showcasing the unwooded delights of Garnacha and 35% Tempranillo from the coller Alto Najerilla and Samaniego."
Grape | 65% Garnacha, 35% Tempranillo, Red Blend |
Style | Dry, Red, Medium Bodied, Black Fruit, Spice, Smooth, Elegant, Complex, Unoaked |
Country | Spain |
Region | Rioja |
Volume | 75cl |
ABV | 14.5% |
Dietary | Sustainable |
Vineyard and Winery
Produced from grapes cultivated in the highest parts of the Ebro valley. Predominantly Garncaha (65%) from Alto Nejerilla, in the area between the towns of Badarán, Cordovin and Cárdenas where the vines grow in red ferrous clay soils; and Tempranillo (35%) from Samaniego, and the white limestone soils of Sierra Cantabria. Hand-harvested into 200kg crates with a selection of bunches at the winery. Garnacha and Tempranillo are destemmed and vinified separately. They undergo cold fermentation with native yeasts, and a short maceration. Then the two wines are assembled and refined in concrete for around 5 months.
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