Biga Crianza

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Luberri

Luberri
Biga Crianza

Florentino Martinez Monje started off life as a grape supplier before deciding to set up his own winery in Rioja Alavesa. Few know as much about the region as he does, nor how to get the best out of the local vineyards. With an intimate understanding of the 32 hectares he farms, he remains a farmer first and foremost. This Tempranillo spent one year in American and French oak. The wood is certainly felt in this fuller red, with ample toast and vanilla scenting the ripe black cherry, dense raspberry on the compact palate. Tannins are ample and mostly well-integrated at this stage, leaving a sticky tug on the spiced finish. A classic to partner with lamb shank / roasted root veg.

“Great vintage for Rioja to heighten and frankly exult Crianza level tempranillo up to a level where it both drinks well early and will surely age a decade or more. Luberri’s is jacked and refined, powerful and smartly in control. Rich and luxe fruit is substantial and also gripped by sweet chains of silken tannins. Acids exile on main street but like stones rolling quickly they gather neither nettle savour nor fuzzy moss. This is clean, three-chord, open-G tuned Rioja rock ’n roll, “rip this joint, gonna save your soul.” Drink 2023-2028. Tasted August 2023.” - 92 points, Michael Godel, WineAlign