| Type | Red wine |
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| Allergens | Contains sulfites |
| Alcohol contenti | 14.0% |
Spec sheet
The wine
In homage to the most renowned Rioja grape, the Barón de Ley Varietales Tempranillo is made from Tempranillo sourced exclusively from the highest estate run by the winery; the Carboneras estate at an altitude of 850m. A fine and elegant wine which keeps well and has its own character.
What does this wine taste like?
View | Garnet / Dark / Violet rim |
|---|---|
Bouquet | Higly aromatic / Fruit aromas / Red fruit / Almond / Confectionery notes / Vanilla / Scrubland |
Mouth | Intense / Creamy / Complex / Good acidity / Vibrant / Fresh / Persistent / Red fruit / Wild fruits / Toasty notes / Spicy notes / Balsamic notes / Pine resin / Fine / Elegant / With personality |
Drinking and storing
Serve between 14ºC and 16ºC
Food pairing
Semi-cured cheeses / Iberian pork secreto / Roast lamb
Ratings and awards
| 2010 | 92 PN |
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PN: Peñín
Customer reviews
Winemaking
| Vinification material | Wood |
|---|---|
| Ageing period | 12 months |
| Barrel age | New |
| Type of wood | American oak |
Vineyards
Finca Carboneras
The winery
Barón de Ley
The Barón de Ley winery is located in an old monastery in the town of Mendavia, in the Navarre area of the DOCa Rioja appellation. Founded in 1985 and inspired by the Médoc châteaux in France, its Reserva and Gran Reserva wines were quickly rated among the best wines for long-term ageing. One of the few Spanish wineries listed on the stock exchange, it is now a business group bringing together names such as El...
