The heart of the Rioja Alavesa
Proud of its winemaking tradition, the village of Elciego is one of the most famous and acknowledged villages of the Rioja Alavesa region. Behind the solid walls of its mansions, centuries of wine production wisdom have highlighted a vocation. Located near the river Ebro, Elciego has a distinctive contour, where the old part of the town lies in the shadow of the great church of San Andrés. It was here in the second half of the nineteenth century, that wine making commenced using the same process as is carried out today throughout the region.
Wine Spectator 91 This generous red offers a broad, dense texture, with well integrated tannins and orange peel acidity. Fresh and dried cherry, bramble, tobacco and
Decanter 95 “Lovely; so complex and intriguing, improving through to the finish. A great, classic Rioja.” –PBT “Menthol and eucalyptus nose, then more classic aromas. Ripe and
James Suckling 92 “Floral and subtle fruit character on the nose follows through to a full medium body, soft and silky tannins and a flavorful finish.
"Classic ruby red with hints of a light brick red colour. Very complex and intense aroma, with fine scents of aging which are assembled perfectly:
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