Description
About Cuna de Reyes: Cuna de Reyes winery was founded in 1999 in the town of Nájera (La Rioja) also known as the “Kings court”and, paying homage to this noble town, their wines were names Cuna de Reyes (birthplace of kings). Cuna de Reyes harvests its own grapes from La Rioja Alta, as well as those from contarcted vintners in the area, with great care taken over the quality of the fruit. The main grape variety used is Tempranillo, however also used are Grenache and Mazuelo for red wines and Viura for whites. In the careful hands of the exuberant winemaker, Alfredo Ciria (third generation winemaker), traditional winemaking techniques are combines with state of the art facilities to create wines of real quality and character.
Finca Las Cabras vineyard:Finca Las Cabras is a vineyard belonging to the Cuna de Reyes estate and was planted by Alfredo’s grandfather 37 years ago. It is situated in Valpierre, Hormilleja a place located in the Rioja Alta and the town where the family roots are.
Description: Aged in American and French oak barrels for 22 months followed by bottle ageing. High intense notes of ripe cherry and complex hints of tobacco and wood. Slight hints of vanilla and nuts. Good structure, elegant, soft and very long.
Alcohol: 14%