Baron De Ley Tempranillo Rioja, Spain 2017

Founded in 1985, Baron de Ley was was constructed alongside a 16th century Benedictine Monastery within the boundaries of the town of Medavia on the left bank of the River Ebro.

This 100% Tempranillo comes from their Carboneras estate, growing 850 metres above sea level, the highest vineyard in the appellation. It ages 12 months in new american oak casks producing a wine with pretty floral on the nose along with red and dark cherry fruit. More of the same on the palate mingling with earthy spice, a touch of black pepper, good acidity and fairly mild tannins on the finish. A few swirls in the glass or 15 to 20 minutes of air should do the trick.

Food Ideas: Moroccan style braised vegetables, korean short ribs, chorizo and cheese tortilla with mixed green salad