Tasting Notes
Ramon Bilbao Mirto 2018. A flagship Rioja crafted from old-vine Tempranillo sourced from select high-altitude plots. Grapes are hand-harvested and undergo meticulous sorting before fermentation in French oak vats. Extended maceration and aging in new French oak barrels for around 24 months impart depth, structure, and refined complexity, showcasing a modern interpretation of Rioja’s elegance.
Food Matches
Rich Tomato Sausage Casserole, Wild Mushroom Ragu & Wild Boar Salami
Wine Profile
Wine Type Red Wine
Vintage 2018
Style Full & Rich Reds
Country Spain
Region Northern Spain
Grower Name Ramon Bilbao
Grape Variety Tempranillo
ABV 14.00%
Closure Natural Cork
Bottle Size 75cl
Allergens Sulphites
Method Vegan
SKU ZAMMIRTO18
Grape
Tempranillo
Tempranillo is Spain's signature red variety and is responsible for more of the country's highest quality red wine production than any other. It has thick skins and as such is capable of making deep coloured, long-lived wines. It has a propensity to ripen early, hence its name derived from the Spanish 'temprano', which means early. Its relatively short… Read More
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