COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Tempranillo
PRODUCER
Bodegas Cosme Palacio
REGION
Rioja
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Finish
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Glorioso is a historic brand first registered in 1917 by Bodegas Cosme Palacio, a pioneering winery founded in 1894 in Laguardia, Rioja Alavesa. As one of the founding members of the DOCa Rioja, the estate played a pivotal role in the 'Nuevos Riojas' revolution of the late 1980s. By collaborating with French consultant Michel Rolland, they shifted the region's focus toward rich fruit expression and high-quality French oak aging. This Crianza represents a modern classic, showcasing the unique character of high-altitude Tempranillo grown in clay-limestone soils.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€9
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The 'Glorioso' brand was first registered in 1917, representing over a century of winemaking history in Rioja Alavesa.
Fact 02
Bodegas Cosme Palacio helped pioneer the modern 'Nuevos Riojas' style in the 1980s with consultant Michel Rolland.
Fact 03
The vineyards are situated in the high-altitude zone of Laguardia, planted on classic clay-limestone soils.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes are destemmed and undergo a cold pre-fermentative maceration to extract vibrant color and primary fruit aromas. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, followed by a complete malolactic fermentation. The wine is then aged for 12 to 13 months in carefully selected French and American oak barrels, followed by an additional 6 to 10 months of bottle aging before release to ensure optimal integration and smoothness.
