This is a juicy, medium-weight wine out of the north of Spain, with notes of blue fruit, cranberry, and redcurrant, as well as spiciness. Definitely an atypical expression of a Rioja wine, one that is meant to be drunk young with ease, even chilled. Pull it out for your next barbeque, as it goes well with burgers and other grilled items, as well as chocolate-based desserts like mousse.
Winery: Companon Arrieta (El Mozo)
Region: La Rioja
Varietal(s): Tempranillo, Viura, Malvasia
Alcohol: 14.1%