La Rioja Alta, Torre de Ona El Camino Brut Zero red currant and earth aromas

red currant and earth aromas

The 2014 Pinot Noir offers up hints of spice

But for all of the variety that these phenomena entail

mouth coating and moderately austere finale where a hint of bitter cherry arises

sensuous texture is the perfect back drop for all the ripe

La Rioja Alta, Torre de Ona El Camino Brut Zero red currant and earth aromasThe 2021 El Camino is produced from old bush vines in Rioja Alavesa grown at high altitude that are, on average, 80 years old and low yielding but high in quality. This is what the winery considers its first artisanal wine, with this being the first vintage, from the outstanding 2021, with only 4,000 bottles produced. It may not be made every year. The field blend is 97% Tempranillo with the remaining a mix of Mazuelo, Garnacha, and Viura. A very