Bodegas Exopto Rioja La Mimbrera de Exopto 2021 castelli-estate We pumped the wine over

We pumped the wine over the skin cap twice daily

due to the combination of a lighter crop and extended ripening

this wine has an excellent longevity

Blood orange and cherries spiced with caraway seed

Palate is tight and slightly sweet

Bodegas Exopto Rioja La Mimbrera de Exopto 2021 castelli-estate We pumped the wine overTom Puyaubert has long been a cheerleader for Graciano grown in Riojas Atlantic influenced terroirs, where it accounts for barely 2% of total plantings. The small parcel, within the existing, old vine La Mimbrera vineyard, was planted at 5,000 vines ha and holds sentimental value for its grower; it was the first vineyard Puyaubert planted in balos. The grapes were destemmed and fermented naturally in old oak. The wine spent two weeks on skins and aged