Crianza
Luis Alegre Crianza is classic Rioja Alavesa with a clean, modern edge. Made entirely from Tempranillo, it brings together ripe red fruit, gentle spice and polished oak without losing the freshness that makes a good Crianza so easy to come back to.
The grapes come from small parcels around Laguardia and Elciego, planted between 400 and 610 metres. The vines average around 50 years old, growing on limestone-rich soils with clay and sandstone. Altitude and the mixed Atlantic, Mediterranean and continental influences help keep the fruit fresh and the structure balanced.
After fermentation in stainless steel, the wine spends 14 months in French and American oak. Cherry and raspberry lead the profile, followed by spice, toasted notes and a subtle mineral character. The palate is silky and structured, with soft tannins and enough weight for roast lamb, grilled meats, charcuterie or a simple plate of good cheese. Rioja Crianza doing exactly what Rioja Crianza should do.
| Vintage | 2022 |
|---|---|
| Type | Dry Red |
| Unit Size | 75cl |
| Country | Spain |
| Region | Rioja Alavesa |
| Primary Appellation | DOCa Rioja |
| Plot Size / Plot Elevation | Small plateau and terrace parcels in Laguardia and Elciego; 400–610m |
| Soil | Limestone soils with clay and sandstone incursions; clay-loam texture, low in organic matter |
| Age of vines | Average 50 years |
| Farming | Manual harvest with selection in the vineyard |
| Varieties | 100% Tempranillo |
| Fermentation | Cold pre-maceration followed by 15 days in stainless steel at controlled temperature |
| Aging | 14 months in French and American oak; racked every six months |
| Tags | Crianza · Tempranillo · Rioja Alavesa |
| Alcohol | 14.5% |
| Cork / Screw Cap | Cork |
| Product Code | LUA-CRI-21-R75 |
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The producer
Founded in Laguardia in 1968, Luis Alegre works at the meeting point of Rioja tradition and contemporary precision. Its vineyards sit beneath the Sierra de Cantabria, where limestone soils carry sandy, clay, iron and saline influences. The portfolio includes the classic Luis Alegre line and single-estate wines from Finca La Reñana and Parcela Nº5. … Read more
