La Cueva del Contador 2023
Properties:
- Type Tinto
- Year 2023
- Alcohol 15.5
- Volume 0.75L
- Style Seco
- Winery CONTADOR
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La Cueva del Contador 2023
This dry red wine from D.O. Ca. Rioja is a single-varietal Tempranillo produced by Bodega Contador. It offers a deep aromatic profile of ripe dark fruits and sweet spices, supported by a full body and firm, structured tannins.
Key facts
- Grape variety: Tempranillo
- D.O. / Region: D.O. Ca. Rioja
- Winery: Contador
- Soil / Altitude: Clay-limestone soils
- Ageing / Cellaring potential: 18 months in French oak barrels
The vineyard
The grapes are sourced from seven small plots located in San Vicente de la Sonsierra and Ábalos. These vineyards are planted on clay-limestone soils at various altitudes and orientations, cultivated according to biodynamic principles.
Winemaking
Following manual harvesting and double sorting, fermentation takes place in French oak vats. The wine undergoes malolactic fermentation and ages for 18 months in new French oak barrels, with gravity-fed rackings aligned with lunar cycles.
Why buy it
If you are looking for a cellar-worthy wine with remarkable concentration and classic Rioja character, this red is an excellent addition to your collection. Its balance and solid structure ensure a long life in the bottle. You can buy La Cueva del Contador 2023 online directly from our shop.
