Juan Valdelana Single Vineyard La Medika 2021 750ml
WINE EXPERTS
The one red that is different, as it comes from a vineyard planted with Garnacha, is the 2020 Finca La Medika, from a plot in Leza that was planted in 1920 on alluvial soils. lt has a nose of sweet Garnacha cotton candy, with sorne creaminess and spicy oak. The palate is rich and round, with fine tannins and still plenty of oak-related flavors in the finish. lt has good ripeness, 14.5% alcohol and mellow acidity. 2,414 bottles were filled in November 2021 after one year in barrel.
Robert Parkers Wine Advocate
WINEMAKER’S TASTING NOTES
This vineyard is located close to Leza´s hospital. The name of thecvineyard,"La Medika", is a tribute to a woman who practiced the medical profession. Her dedication, professionalism and strong will made her to be remembered by all patients and relatives affected by tuberculosis.
TECHNICAL CHART
Winery: Valdelana Class: Red Grape: Garnacha Region: Rioja alavesa Country: Spain Packaging: Bottle
TASTE WINE
Look, Smell, Taste and Conclude
VISUAL
You can tell the age of the wine by the color in the glass, also if you look at the legs of the wine you can determine quality aspects
SMELL
When you first start smelling wine, think big to small. Are there fruits? Think of broad categories first, i.e. citrus, orchard, or tropical fruits in whites or, when tasting reds, red fruits, blue fruits, or black fruits. Getting too specific or looking for one particular note can lead to frustration
The Grape
The grape variety is very important to understand a wine.
Grape varieties are considered the most important factor in differentiating a wine
IN YOUR TONGUE
You will be able to perceive that the flavor runs throughout the mouth. You will notice how it runs along the sides, which indicates that it is a quality wine due to its structure.
