Marques de Caceres
Rioja Crianza 2022
| Denomination | DOCa Rioja Crianza |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Rioja (Spain) |
| Grape varieties | Garnacha, Graciano, Tempranillo |
| Aging | 12 months in French oak barrels (60%) and American (40%) (new and used up to 4 years), followed by at least 1 year in bottle before release |
- Vegan and alcohol content: vegan wine with 13.5% alcohol by volume
- Origin: Cenicero, Rioja Alta; clay and limestone soils with an iron-rich subsoil
- Varietal composition: Tempranillo, Garnacha and Graciano in a balanced blend
- Ageing: 12 months in French and American oak plus at least 1 year in bottle
- Serving temperature and pairings: serve at 15-18°C, decant for 1 hour; ideal with stews and Iberian cured meats
Description
What kind of wine it is
Marqués de Cáceres Crianza is a still red wine from Rioja, created from a harmonious blend of Tempranillo, Garnacha and Graciano. This vegan wine displays an intense ruby colour, offering a bouquet that combines ripe red fruits with delicate notes of vanilla, cocoa and sweet spices. On the palate, it reveals a balanced structure, supported by well-integrated acidity and silky tannins. Its long, fruity finish makes it the ideal accompaniment for stews, Iberian cured meats and vegetarian dishes.
Where it comes from
The grapes for this red come from the municipality of Cenicero, with selected plots in the Rioja Alta area. The terroir is characterised by clay and limestone soils, enriched in some areas by an iron-rich subsoil, which are essential in defining the structure and elegance of the tannic texture. The influence of a mild Atlantic climate, with well-defined seasons, encourages optimal vine development, ensuring a profile that balances the natural ripeness of the fruit with a vibrant freshness.
How it is produced
Production begins with meticulous hand harvesting, followed by destemming. Fermentation at a controlled temperature preserves the aromas, supported by a twenty-day maceration on the skins. After malolactic fermentation in stainless steel, the wine matures for twelve months in French and American oak barrels, with racking every six months to aid its evolution. The process concludes with a further year of final ageing before release, helping to harmonise the spicy notes.
History and Curiosities
Marqués de Cáceres Crianza 2022 originates in Cenicero, at the heart of the DOCa Rioja. The result of a manual harvest, this award-winning vegan wine reflects the richness of the region's calcareous, clay and iron-rich soils. Its harmonious character is shaped by 12 months of ageing in French and American oak barrels, followed by a further year in the bottle to achieve perfect balance. Rated 92 points by James Suckling, it offers contemporary elegance and silky tannins, ideal for enhancing your tastings.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
Today, he has been succeded by his son D. Juan Noguera Merle, a worthy representative of the Marquisate which was granted in the XVIII century to his ancestor Juan Ambrosio Harcia de Càceres y Montemayor, a Captain of the Royal Armada for war merits. Read more
| Name | Marques de Caceres Rioja Crianza 2022 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red green still |
| Denomination | Rioja DOCa |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | Garnacha, Graciano, Tempranillo |
| Country | Spain |
| Region | Rioja |
| Vendor | Marques de Caceres |
| Story | History and Curiosities Marqués de Cáceres Crianza 2022 originates in Cenicero, at the heart of the DOCa Rioja. The result of a manual harvest, this award-winning vegan wine reflects the richness of the region's calcareous, clay and iron-rich soils. Its harmonious character is shaped by 12 months of ageing in French and American oak barrels, followed by a further year in the bottle to achieve perfect balance. Rated 92 points by James Suckling, it offers contemporary elegance and silky tannins, ideal for enhancing your tastings. |
| Origin | Cenicero, La Rioja (Spain) |
| Climate | Mild Atlantic climate with marked seasons |
| Soil composition | Mainly clay and limestone; some plots in Rioja Alta with ferrous subsoil |
| Fermentation temperature | From 10 °C up to 28 °C |
| Fermentation | 20 days |
| Production technique | Temperature-controlled fermentation with maceration on the skins for up to 20 days; malolactic fermentation in stainless steel tanks; ageing for 12 months in French and American oak barrels, then at least 1 year in bottle |
| Wine making | The grapes are destemmed and crushed. Alcoholic fermentation takes place at controlled temperatures from 10°C up to 28°C. Prolonged maceration in contact with the skins for up to 20 days. Malolactic fermentation in stainless steel tanks. Subsequently, the wines are placed in barriques for ageing with racking every 6 months. |
| Aging | 12 months in French oak barrels (60%) and American (40%) (new and used up to 4 years), followed by at least 1 year in bottle before release |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |