Finca La Emperatriz Gran Vino Tinto 2018
HK$ 350.84
Viñedos Hermanos Hernáiz
Rioja
5 for immediate shipment. More, available on 27/12/2024
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
The wine labeled in 2016 as Gran Vino and in 2017 as Viñedo Singular has finally been simplified to 2018 Finca la Emperatriz Tinto with the category of Viñedo Singular, the new official single-vineyard category. It's a modern, clean and generously oaked blend of 76% Tempranillo, 20% Garnacha and 4% Viura from vines worked organically from 2020, with 14.5% alcohol, good freshness and balance. It fermented in concrete and matured in 60% new French barriques and 40% used American ones for 18 months. This is a vin de garde that needs time in bottle to finish integrating the oak. As with the white, the 2016 is evolving more gracefully than the 2017 (tasted from half bottles, so perhaps not the best data point...). 32,544 bottles and some other formats were filled in August 2020.
Features
Type of wine
Pairings
Style
Occasions
Winery
Size
Appellation
Alcohol
14.5%
Grapes
Serving
Between 16ºC and 18ºC
Winemaking
Aged for 20 months in oak barrels.
Description
The Gran Vino Tinto de Finca la Emperatriz is made from Tempranillo, Garnacha and Viura grapes. Using the blending technique, the Hernáiz brothers select only the best grapes from vineyards recognised as singular vineyards. The result is a unique wine that combines tradition and high quality in the same bottle.
The winery is located in the municipality of Baños de La Rioja, and it is protected by the appellation of origin of the same name. The soil is undoubtedly one of the most favourable in the area, as it is composed of pebbles and sandstone. At first glance, it may appear to be a poor soil, but it is perfect for the grapes to develop all their characteristics to the maximum.
Winemaking
The grapes are harvested by hand and the three grape varieties are harvested at similar times. Afterwards they undergo a period of cold maceration while the fermentation process takes place in concrete tanks. Indigenous yeasts are used in the process. Malolactic fermentation takes place in barrels.
The last part of the process includes the ageing period in French and American oak barrels for a period of 18 months, in order to perfect the flavours.
Taste
Its aroma is clean, penetrating and fresh, while its flavour is balanced, with a good load of tannins and a long and powerful finish. It stands out for its balsamic accents and spicy nuances that give it a characteristic aftertaste.
A red wine that will leave you wanting more.
If you are looking for a wine that is the perfect combination of good taste and quality, then this is the perfect choice for you. Its delicate bouquet and balanced acidity are perfect for all lovers of refined and tasteful reds.
In the gastronomic field, it is perfect for pairing hams, red meats and stews with red sauces.
Would you like to try it? We know you will love it.
Shipping to Hong Kong
Estimated transit time: 3 working days.
| Bottles | Price | Complete box |
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| 1-5 bottles | HK$ 124.21 | 6 bottles, Free shipping! |
| 7-11 bottles | HK$ 124.21 | 12 bottles, Free shipping! |
| 13-17 bottles | HK$ 124.21 | 18 bottles, Free shipping! |
| 19-23 bottles | HK$ 124.21 | 24 bottles, Free shipping! |
| 25-29 bottles | HK$ 124.21 | 30 bottles, Free shipping! |
| 31-35 bottles | HK$ 124.21 | 36 bottles, Free shipping! |
| 37-41 bottles | HK$ 124.21 | 42 bottles, Free shipping! |
| 43-47 bottles | HK$ 124.21 | 48 bottles, Free shipping! |
| 49-53 bottles | HK$ 124.21 | 54 bottles, Free shipping! |
| 55-59 bottles | HK$ 124.21 | 60 bottles, Free shipping! |
