COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Tempranillo
PRODUCER
Miguel Torres SA
REGION
Rioja
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Las Pisadas Rioja 2018 is a red wine from the Rioja DOCa in Spain, produced by Miguel Torres SA. It is made from 100% Tempranillo grapes sourced from old vines in the Rioja Alavesa sub-region. The wine undergoes a 10-month aging period in French oak barrels. Miguel Torres SA is a family-owned winery founded in 1870, known for its commitment to quality and sustainability, with a global export reach.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Tempranillo is Spain's most planted red grape.
Fact 02
Rioja was the first Spanish region to be granted DOCa status.
Fact 03
Miguel Torres SA has been family-run for over 150 years.
Fact 04
This wine is made from vines over 70 years old.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Las Pisadas Rioja is produced from 100% Tempranillo grapes. The winemaking process involves fermentation, likely in stainless steel tanks, to capture the varietal's essence. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 10 months in French oak barrels, which imparts specific characteristics. The grapes are sourced from old vines, indicating a focus on mature fruit with concentrated flavors. Miguel Torres SA, the producer, is a family-owned winery with a long history and a global presence.
