COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Tempranillo, Graciano
PRODUCER
Bodegas Campillo
REGION
Rioja
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
El Niño de Campillo 2022 is a red wine from Bodegas Campillo, produced in the Rioja DOCa appellation, specifically the Rioja Alavesa sub-region. The wine's name, 'El Niño,' translates to 'the child,' reflecting its youthful character. The vineyards are situated at altitudes between 650 and 720 meters, benefiting from a climate that promotes freshness and acidity. Bodegas Campillo, founded in 1990 by Julio Faustino Martínez, is known for its château-style architecture and its integration within its own vineyards in Laguardia, embodying a philosophy that blends tradition with modern winemaking.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€10
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'El Niño' means 'the child' in Spanish.
Fact 02
Vineyards are located between 650-720 meters altitude.
Fact 03
Uses carbonic semi-maceration for a distinct style.
Fact 04
Bodegas Campillo is designed in a château style.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes for El Niño de Campillo 2022 are hand-harvested from vineyards located at high altitudes. The winemaking process involves carbonic semi-maceration, followed by fermentation in tanks and a 14-day maceration period. The wine then undergoes a minimum of 6 months of aging in American oak barrels. This approach aims to create a wine that balances fruit expression with subtle oak integration.
