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One of the first estate wines of Rioja, Contino is a creation of CVNE (Compania Vinicola del Norte de Espana) from a selection of Tempranillo, Graciano, Mazuelo and Garnacha on their 62 hectares of vine. The 4-year aging is shared equal parts between casks (French and American) and bottle refinement. It yields a red with notes of wood, torrefaction and fruit.
- Country Spain
- Region Vallée de l'Ebre
- Designation of origin Rioja Alavesa
- Regulated Designation Denominación de origen calificada (DOCa)
- Classification Reserva
- Grape varieties Tempranillo 85 %, Graciano 10 %, Mazuelo 3 %, Grenache 2 %
- Degree of alcohol 14 %
- Sugar content 1.8 g/L
- Color Red
- Size 750 ml
- Producer Vinedos del Contino
- Promoting agent LBV International Inc.
- SAQ code 12347159
- UPC code 08410591003359
Tasting
Tasting
- Vintage tasted 2020
- Aromas black fruit, cigar box, cocoa, coconut, sweet spices, wild fruit
- Acidity present
- Sweetness dry
- Body full-bodied
- Mouthfeel generous
- Wood balanced
- Serving temperature From 16°C to 18°C
Pairings
Suggested pairings
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Beef with mushroom saucePreparation 10 minCooking time 1 h 45 min -
Deer burgers with barbecue sauce and Quebec cheesePreparation 15 minCooking time 13 min -
Grilled lamb chops with garlic and rosemaryPreparation 10 minCooking time 10 min
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Méga Centre Val-des-Brises
May 22, 2025
(Automatically translated) During a tasting of Spanish wines, this reserva stood out and surprised us with its suppleness, its chubby and pleasant fruit while remaining intense with a satisfying woodiness. An ideal wine for the BBQ season.
La Tuque
December 2, 2024
(Automatically translated) Woody and roasted, this 85% Tempranillo is a real discovery!!
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