Description

Cantos de Valpiedra is the baby brother of Finca Valpiedra the only Rioja to feature among the Grandes Pagos de Espana (Great Estates of Spain).

100% Tempranillo - After fermentation in stainless steel temperature-controlled vats, Cantos spends 12 months ageing in French and American oak barriques.

Highly aromatic with black fruit and ripe sloe notes. Very mineral that, together with the vanilla, spice and tobacco notes from the barrel, give a great character to this wine. The Tempranillo variety is emphasised and well incorporated with the barrel.

Oily, rich and intense with a sweetness right across the mouth, showing great finesse. Well-balanced acidity with the alcohol, with the typical “Valpiedra” freshness predominant. A long, cool and mineral finish, with a touch of fine woods.

A great pairing with vegetable and bean casserole and chicken soup. As for meats it goes better with white meat, turkey, lamb and pork. It's a perfect match for rice with rabbit and stewed poularde.

"The aromatic, fruit-driven and juicy 2020 Cantos de Valpiedra is velvety, clean and modern, with a balanced and tasty palate, contained ripeness, 13.5% alcohol and good freshness. It matured in new barrels for 12 months in the style of a modern Crianza. With time in the glass, it develops an acute note of licorice. 150,000 bottles produced. It was bottled in November 2022. Drink 2024 - 2030."91 + points.Luis Gutiérrez, The Wine Advocate (February 2024)

Finca Valpiedra Rioja Cantos de Valpiedra 2020

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Attributes

Type: Red Wine
Style: Bold and Complex Red
Country: Spain
Region: Rioja
Vintage: 2020
ABV: 13.5
Size: 75cl
Vegan: Certified

Finca Valpiedra

Part of the Familia Martinez Bujanda family, Finca Valpiedra is located on one of the most spectacular meanders of the Ebro River, where 80 hectares of vineyards are planted. It is one of the only four large meanders that exist in La Rioja. The vineyard forms a spectacular landscape that is distributed in three terraces that go down to the river itself, and which after years of work, the technical team has divided into fourteen different plots.

Rioja

Rioja, located in northern Spain, is one of the country’s most prestigious and renowned wine regions. The region benefits from a diverse climate with influences from both the Mediterranean and Atlantic, contributing to its varied wine styles.
Famous for its reds, primarily made from Tempranillo, which produce wines known for their depth, rich fruit flavours, and well-integrated oak characteristics, the region also produces notable blends incorporating Garnacha and Graciano. Rioja’s whites, including those from Viura and Malvasía, are celebrated for their freshness, aromatic complexity, and balanced acidity. Historically, Rioja has a winemaking tradition dating back to Roman times. The region gained prominence in the 19th century with the influence of French winemaking techniques, and today it is recognised for its commitment to both traditional and modern practices. Rioja's classification system, including Crianza, Reserva, and Gran Reserva, reflects its dedication to quality and aging potential, making it a benchmark for Spanish wine.