2015 Conde de Hervias Torre del Conde de Hervias, Rioja

Intense aromas of mocha and tobacco lead to rich, layered notes of dark blackberry fruits. This deeply concentrated red wine has serious structure gifted from its impeccable terroir. The traditional goblet (bush training) method is used in the vineyard, which helps preserve acidity and freshness in the wines and guards against heat damage. Torre del Conde de Hervías is produced from hand-picked, organically-farmed grapes. Native yeasts are utilized for alcoholic fermentation, bringing the character of the vineyard to the wines. Recently, he has been utilizing a method called integrated fermentation, where alcoholic and malolactic fermentations happen simultaneously, bringing great harmony to the wine. Finally, the aging process is never hurried; the estate releases small quantities of each wine only when the time is right for each one to express its personality. Blend: 90% Tempranillo, 10% Graciano