Winery
of the Week:
Cune - Rioja, Spain
Cune
started way back in 1879, and today, it still sits
on its original site, in the wine district, Barrio de la Estación,
in Haro, Rioja Alta. Their current offerings are quite drinkable
and rather reasonably priced, making any of them a great option
for your everyday wine.
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Cune
2010 "Crianza" Rioja
Winery:
Cune
Grape(s): 80% Tempranillo, 10% Garnacha
Tinta, & 10% Mazuelo
Region: Rioja, Spain
Year: 2010
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
n/a
Price: 10-15
Review:
Fragrances of cherries, raspberries, and plums mingle
with notes of spice and toasty oak on the nose. The palate
offers flavors of raspberry, strawberry, and cherry that
are accented by woodsy and earthy notes. Light with soft
tannins, if you prefer drinking reds before dinner, this
bottle will make an ideal aperitif.
Rating: 87 |
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Cune
2013 "Rosado" Rioja
Winery:
Cune
Grape(s): 100% Tempranillo
Region: Rioja, Spain
Year: 2013
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
n/a
Price: 10-15
Review:
A bouquet of cherries, cranberries, strawberries greets
the senses. Flavors of cherry, cranberry, strawberry envelop
the palate, complimented by hints of minerals. A bright
wine with a fresh acidity, fans of tart rosé wines
should give this bottle a try.
Rating: 88 |
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Cune
2013 "Monopole" Rioja
Winery:
Cune
Grape(s): 100% Viura
Region: Rioja, Spain
Year: 2013
Special Designation: n/a
Farming Certification:
n/a
Price: 10-15
Review:
Notes of pineapples, grapefruits, and minerals rise up
from a glass. A sip delivers flavors of grapefruit, tart
pineapple, and mango that unfold into suggestions of minerals
and white blossoms. Crisp and lively, enjoy a bottle with
your favorite white fish.
Rating: 88 |
By
Jason Barlow
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