The Rioja Maceration Carbonica from Bodegas Dominio de Berzal is designed as a fruity, fresh red wine that should be drunk young. The harvest is carried out by hand to ensure that only the best grapes are harvested. Fermentation takes place with the whole grapes, i.e. without removing the stems. The must that has run off on its own (free run must) and the pressed must are stored separately so that they can be used in the wine in perfect proportions.
In addition to the common Tempranillo, a small part of the white Viura grape is also used here, which gives the wine an even fresher note. The Rioja Maceration Carbonica has a bright red color with a violet tint on the edge. Its fruity scent is reminiscent of red and dark berries such as strawberries, currants and raspberries, and there is also a delicate floral note. On the palate, this Rioja is balanced, soft and fruity, it has a good flow and does not make you tired. Lots of fun for relatively little money.
Wine journalist Tim Atkin rated this Berzal Rioja 90/100 points in 2022 and 2023, which is a very high rating for this class. A perfect tapas wine, of course also for barbecues, pasta, pizza, burgers and much more.
