COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Tempranillo, Graciano
PRODUCER
Bodegas Roda
REGION
Rioja
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Cirsion is Bodegas Roda's flagship wine, a red wine from Rioja, Spain, made from 88% Tempranillo and 12% Graciano. It is produced exclusively in vintages deemed exceptional. The grapes are sourced from old vines selected for their concentrated flavor profiles. Bodegas Roda, founded in 1987, focuses on modern winemaking while respecting tradition, emphasizing vineyard research and the expression of the vintage. The 2019 vintage was marked by warm, dry weather and low yields, contributing to the wine's depth and intensity. The inclusion of Graciano, which performs well in warmer conditions, adds a layer of complexity.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€219
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Cirsion is only produced in exceptional years.
Fact 02
The 2019 vintage saw low grape yields.
Fact 03
Graciano's presence is more pronounced in warmer years.
Fact 04
Only 10,686 bottles of Cirsion 2019 were produced.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Cirsion begins with the selection of grapes from old vines. Fermentation occurs in French oak vats with temperature control, followed by malolactic fermentation in French oak barrels. The wine then undergoes an eight-month aging period in 100% new French barriques. The 2019 harvest was influenced by warm, dry weather, leading to low yields and concentrated fruit. Bodegas Roda employs a philosophy of meticulous vineyard research and minimal intervention in farming.
