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Altos de la Guardia Crianza Rioja 2018

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Altos de la Guardia Crianza Rioja 2018
Crafted by renowned winemaker Jean-Marc Sauboua, this gold-medal-winning Rioja was aged for 14 months in fine French oak barrels. Brimming with ripe dark fruit and floral/spice characters, it’s perfect for grilled lamb or charcuterie plates.
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Wine Details

Gold
89
89PTS
Gold
Gold
Gold

Flavor Profile

Wine Flavor Profile
Altos de la Guardia Crianza is a medium-bodied red wine with aromas of soft red berries, leather and hints of licorice. The palate is rich with strawberry and cherry notes, plus hints of baking spice and toasty vanilla. Long, velvety-smooth finish.
Wine Food Pairings
Beef, pork, firm cheeses, red-sauced pastas, vegetarian meals.
Beyond the Label

Want a reliable tip for value and flavor? Head to Spain’s famous Rioja region. And if you’re really looking for something special, check out this boutique discovery from Parker-praised wine whiz, Jean-Marc Sauboua.

Jean-Marc sourced the grapes from an old patch of premium Tempranillo vines (planted 40+ years ago). In the cellar, he aged the wine for 14 months in fine French oak barrels. And this elegant Crianza has earned serious fanfare over the years. The 2018 release alone sports four international gold medals. In other words, this it’s guaranteed to make a great impression on your dinner guests.

Crianza, by the way, is the juicy, vibrant style you’re most likely to see a local Riojan enjoying with their own dinner. Start the evening with a charcuterie plate, then try grilled lamb, roasted pork or a Spanish-inspired stew with chorizo, roasted red peppers and garlic.

Jean-Marc prefers to make his wines in small batches—the mark of a quality-conscious winemaker. Order quickly to ensure you get to taste this special release.

Want a reliable tip for value and flavor? Head to Spain’s famous Rioja region. And if you’re really looking for something special, check out this boutique discovery from Parker-praised wine whiz, Jean-Marc Sauboua.

Jean-Marc sourced the grapes from an old patch of premium Tempranillo vines (planted 40+ years ago). In the cellar, he aged the wine for 14 months in fine French oak barrels. And this elegant Crianza has earned serious fanfare over the years. The 2018 release alone sports four international gold medals. In other words, this it’s guaranteed to make a great impression on your dinner guests.

Crianza, by the way, is the juicy, vibrant style you’re most likely to see a local Riojan enjoying with their own dinner. Start the evening with a charcuterie plate, then try grilled lamb, roasted pork or a Spanish-inspired stew with chorizo, roasted red peppers and garlic.

Jean-Marc prefers to make his wines in small batches—the mark of a quality-conscious winemaker. Order quickly to ensure you get to taste this special release.

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