COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Tempranillo
PRODUCER
Bodegas Montelciego
REGION
Rioja
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Montelciego Crianza 2021 is a red wine from Bodegas Montelciego, a family-owned winery founded in 1926. It is produced in the DOCa Rioja appellation, specifically from the Rioja Alavesa sub-region in Spain. The primary grape variety is Tempranillo. The wine is characterized by its adherence to traditional Rioja winemaking practices, including a significant period of aging in oak barrels and in the bottle, which contributes to its developed profile. The winery's philosophy centers on reflecting the unique qualities of its terroir through classic winemaking techniques.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€7
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
15-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Crianza wines in Rioja must age for at least two years, with a minimum of one year in oak.
Fact 02
Montelciego typically uses American oak for its Crianza, imparting distinct vanilla and toast notes.
Fact 03
Bodegas Montelciego has been a family-run operation since its founding in 1926.
Fact 04
Elciego is located in the Rioja Alavesa sub-region, known for its elegant wines.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Montelciego Crianza 2021 is produced using Tempranillo grapes. Fermentation takes place spontaneously in stainless steel tanks. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes a minimum of 12 months of aging in American oak barrels. It is then further aged in the bottle before release, adhering to the Crianza designation requirements for DOCa Rioja, which mandates a minimum of two years of total aging. The winery's approach emphasizes traditional methods to express the unique qualities of the Elciego terroir.
