Gomez Cruzado - Rioja Crianza 2021
Price: $21.50
| Producer | Gomez Cruzado |
| Country | Spain |
| Region | Rioja |
| Varietal | Tempranillo |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Sku | 12089 |
Gomez Cruzado Description
For their Crianza, Gomez Cruzado blends Tempranillo grown in the limestone and sandstone-rich soils in the foothills of the Sierra de Cantabria with 25% Garnacha from the ferrous clay soils near Badarán in the south of Rioja Alta. This wine is a classical expression of Rioja, combining the elegance of Tempranillo from the Sierra Cantabria foothills with the vibrancy of Garnacha from Alto Najerilla.
Wine Advocate: 93 Points
I love the harmony, elegance and character of the 2021 Crianza, a modern rendition of the classical wines through a blend of 75% Tempranillo and the rest Garnacha. It is fresh and quite fruit-driven, with some floral and spicy notes, but the toast and spiciness is in the background, integrated and subtle. It has ripeness, power and elegance and drinks nicely already, but it should also last. This is very tasty. It matured in French (85%) and American oak barrels for one year.
