Tempranillo 100%
Bodegas Roda is a leading winery in the Rioja Alta region of Spain, known for its densely fruity wines made predominantly from Tempranillo. The winery, founded in 1987, is located on the edge of the railway station district of Haro next to La Rioja Alta.The vineyards are spread over around 20 old vine plots, mostly in Rioja Alta, and are planted to bush vines. Harvests are all carried out by hand into 18-kilo (40-pound) crates for gentle transportation.All Roda wines are fermented in French oak vats. They are only matured in French oak barrels – traditionally American oak is most common in the region.
Roda Crison age In French oak vats, with controlled temperature. Aged in 100% brand new French oak barrels. On nose very intense, with many layers of a myriad of fine aromas. Very rich, deep, dark berry bouquet of great complexity. Hints of damp earthiness, chocolate and sweet spices of great freshness. The palate gives Mouth filling sensation of very rich, concentrated dark berry fruit with chocolate and mint, showing great freshness and very elegant tannins that add to the sense of lightness and silky smoothness, giving way to a very long, satisfying finish.
ROBERT PARKER – 92POINTS