Bodega Alegre ValgañonLa Calleja 2021

Product code: 18843
£28.00 inc VAT
Country
Country: Spain
Region
Region: Rioja
Type
Type: Red Wine
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Tempranillo
Grape: 100% Tempranillo
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Country
Country: Spain
Region
Region: Rioja
Type
Type: Red Wine
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Grape
Grape: Tempranillo
Grape: 100% Tempranillo

Product Notes

Bodega Alegre Valgañon La Calleja wine is a captivating blend from Spain's Rioja region, famed for its robust, full-bodied wines. This enchanting red has a complex palate, presenting deep, juicy red fruit flavours with an undercurrent of rich, toasted oak, beautifully balanced by an earthy minerality. On the nose, it teases with hints of spice, fresh berries and forest floor undertones. The wine bursts with character yet maintains a well-structured finesse, making it a superb choice to accompany hearty meals. Its velvety tannins lead to a prolonged, satisfying finish, rendering Bodega Alegre Valgañon La Calleja thoroughly enjoyable. A truly sublime Spanish gem.

About the Winery

Bodega Alegre Valgañon

Bodega Alegre Valgañón is a quaint, family-owned winery nestled in the heart of Spain's most cherished wine region, Rioja. Founded by Ana Maria Alegre and her husband Julio Valgañón, the vineyard alluringly interweaves modern wine-making techniques with trustworthy traditions. The result is an exemplary range of wines that reflects the rich terroir of the region and offers a unique temptation to the discerning oenophile.

The winery's wines reflect the vibrant character of Rioja, carefully aged to develop intriguing depth of flavour. Their Tempranillo and Garnacha grapes, sourced from old vines, are rooted in the mineral-rich, limestone-clay soils of Rioja Alta. Each vintage delivers a tantalising balance of fruit, minerals and a compelling hint of Iberian rusticity.

Bodega Alegre Valgañón puts a great deal of passion and dedicated thought into their wine production. They harness the gentle caress of old, seasoned French oak barrels to age their wines to perfection; creating a delicate dance of aromas and structure. The result is a wine that is complex, yet smooth. Rich yet; sublimely balanced.

Visiting Bodega Alegre Valgañón itself holds a unique appeal. You can stroll through their vineyard, soak in the luscious sylvan surroundings and enjoy the tranquillity that only a working vineyard can offer. The winery welcomes visitors year-round, offering intimate tours that demystify the wine-making process. A combination of traditional and modern winemaking techniques are brought to life, pairing old-world charm with state-of-the-art technology to produce an unforgettable experience.

The wines from Bodega Alegre Valgañón are testament to the hard work, devotion and skilled craftsmanship of its makers. Each bottle radiates the passion and spirit of the winery, offering a flavour journey through the heart of Rioja. Their commitment to quality and tradition is clear in every sip, making Bodega Alegre Valgañón a true representation of the beauty and exuberance of Spanish viticulture.

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