Finca Valpiedra Petra de Valpiedra Rioja Garnacha
Exhibits a bright ruby color. The nose offers expressive aromas of strawberry, red cherry, raspberry, and pomegranate, with notes of white pepper, dried thyme, rose petal, and subtle minerality. The palate is juicy with flavors of red fruits, spice, and floral notes. Finca Valpiedra is a distinguished single-estate winery owned by the Martínez Bujanda family, situated on a spectacular meander of the Ebro River in the Rioja Alta region. Established in 1999, the estate is a member of the Grandes Pagos de España, an association recognizing exceptional single-estate vineyards in Spain.
Classification: DOCa (Denominación de Origen Calificado)
Grape Varietal: Garnacha
Feature: Organic, Sustainable
Country: Spain
Region: Rioja
Appellation: Rioja
Grape Profile: Garnacha is a red wine grape variety which thrives in hot, dry conditions. Their wines are known for their rich, fruity character, typically showcasing flavors of ripe red fruit like strawberries, cherries, and raspberries, along with hints of pepper, cinnamon, and leather when matured.
Region Profile: Rioja is one of Spain’s most iconic wine regions. Located in the north-central part of Spain, mainly along the Ebro River valley. It's shielded by the Sierra de Cantabria mountains to the north and the Sierra de la Demanda mountains to the south. The region is divided into three main sub-regions (Rioja Alavesa, Rioja Alta and Rioja Oriental).
Pair with: Grilled lamb. Barbecued pork. Steaks and grilled meat. Mediterranean cuisine such as vegetable ratatouille, couscous, and tapas. Aromatic cheeses like goat and blue cheeses.
