Momento Rioja DOCa - Bodegas Aradón

Momento Rioja DOCa - Bodegas AradónThe barrel-aged Momento Rioja from the wine-growing region of La Rioja reveals itself in the glass in dense purple. The bouquet of this red wine from La Rioja captivates with hints of sour cherry and blackberry. If we trace the aromatics further, tobacco comes in, encouraged by the oak influence. The Bodegas Aradón Momento Rioja delights with its straightforward dry flavor. It was bottled with only 1.3 grams of residual sugar. As you would expect from a wine in the upper price range, this Spaniard naturally enchants with the finest balance despite all its dryness. Taste does not necessarily require residual sugar. On the palate, the texture of this powerful red wine is wonderfully velvety. Due to the balanced fruit acidity, the Momento Rioja flatters with a velvety mouthfeel, without at the same time lacking in juicy liveliness. In the finish, this youthful wine from the wine-growing region of La Rioja finally inspires with considerable length. There are again hints of blackberry and sour cherry. In the aftertaste, mineral notes of the soils dominated by clay and limestone are added. Vinification of the Momento Rioja from Bodegas Aradón The powerful Momento Rioja from Spain is a cuvée, made from the grape varieties Garnacha, Graciano and Tempranillo. The grapes grow under optimal conditions in La Rioja. The vines here dig their roots deep into soils of clay and limestone. When they are perfectly ripe, the grapes for Momento Rioja are harvested particularly quickly and at the coolest possible time of day to preserve their aromas. After the harvest, the grapes are taken to the press house as quickly as possible. Here they are sorted and carefully broken up. Fermentation follows in concrete and small wood at controlled temperatures. After the end of fermentation, the powerful Momento Rioja is aged for several more months in French and American oak barrels. Food recommendation for the Momento Rioja from Bodegas Aradón This Spaniard is best enjoyed tempered at 15 - 18°C. It is perfect as an accompaniment to onion tart with thyme, spicy chestnut soup or red onion stuffed with couscous and apricots.