Bodegas Patrocinio Zinio Tempranillo RosT 2016 12pack 14% 750ml

Bodegas Patrocinio Zinio Tempranillo Rosé 2016 12pack 14% 750ml

TASTING NOTES

APPEARANCE

A striking clear and bright pale pink colour.

AROMA

Distinguished by its floral aromas combined with red fruit, this wine has a hint of sweetness reminiscent of candied sweets coupled with citric acidity.

VINIFICATION

Subsequent to destemming, the grapes were cold macerated for several hours. After the free-run must was drained off and clarified by static debourbage (racking of the must), we fermented it in stainless steel tanks for 7 days. Our aim here was to preserve the fruit notes as much as possible. This was accomplished by fermenting at a low temperature (15 degrees Celcius), enhancing the fruit aromas. Subsequent contact with fine lees added the necessary structure to give it the elegance that is so characteristic of Viura.

PALATE

It's well balanced acidity and sweetness contribute to the desired structure and freshness, leaving lingering flavours of raspberry jam or strawberry candy sticks.

VINTAGE NOTES

The 2016 vintage was characterised by a winter that was not particularly cold, but very humid, with plenty of rainfall during a longer spring than usual. The summer period was influenced by the absence of rainfall, and with the large amount of grape bunches as well as to the lack of rain, the ripening and maturation phase was very slow, though it led to excellent state of grape health. In the period immediately preceding harvest.

WINEMAKERS COMMENTS

Zinio reflects the purity of the grapes from our oldest vineyards. Based on Tempranillo and Viura, both hallmarks of DOCa Rioja, we have created a series of wines that capture the soul of our land. They are characterised by a good selection of grapes, which translate into balanced wines with structure and a strong core of fruit intensity.

CELLARING POTENTIAL

Perfect pairing with pasta, grilled fish, seafood, salads and any type of Mediterranean food.

RANGE NOTES

The grapes come from vines that are over 30 years old, planted at an altitude of 490-550 metres on plateaux and hillsides. The soils in which they are grown, 60% clay and 40% limestone, afford the precise acidity to obtain very fresh, highly expressive and medium-bodied wines.