{"product_id":"gomez-cruzado-rioja-predilecto-2023-750ml","title":"Gomez Cruzado Rioja Tempranillo Predilecto 2023 750ml","description":"\u003ch5\u003eGomez Cruzado El Predilecto — Rioja, Spain 2023\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eBodegas Gomez Cruzado is one of Rioja's most exciting modern producers — a historic estate in Haro, the heart of Rioja Alta, that has undergone a remarkable transformation under the direction of winemaker Amanda Klemp, who has brought a precision-focused, terroir-driven approach to the cellar while honoring the estate's deep roots in the region. El Predilecto — \"The Favorite\" — is a total departure from the Rioja norm: a blend of old vine Garnacha and Tempranillo sourced from two distinct mountain landscapes, united in concrete and crafted to express the full complexity of Rioja's diverse terroir. The Garnacha (65%) comes from Alto Najerilla, in the triangle formed by the towns of Badarán, Cordovín, and Cárdenas in the Sierra Demanda mountains. The Tempranillo (35%) comes from the highest area of Samaniego, near the Sierra Cantabria mountains. Old vines at the foot of both mountain ranges provide greater fruit character and concentration. Fermented separately with native yeast, 100% destemmed without crushing, cold fermented with short maceration, then blended and refined in concrete for approximately five months — a winemaking approach that preserves freshness, precision, and the distinct personality of each site.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe nose bridges two landscapes: red and black fruit intertwine, with cherry and blackberry layered with licorice, a faint balsamic nuance, and an intensity of spice. On the palate, it is juicy and poised — generous, full-bodied warmth with tannins sitting between chalky and plush, freshness carrying the wine forward through a lengthy, supple finish. Precise, modern Rioja that shows two mountain landscapes in one gesture. Age 12–15 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eJeb Dunnuck 95 — \"A total departure from the norm — intensity of spice and a generous mouthfeel of full-bodied warmth while remaining elegant through the lengthy, supple finish. Age 12-15 years.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eVinous 93 — \"Bridges two origins. Cherry and blackberry layered with licorice and a faint balsamic nuance. Juicy and poised — a precise, modern Rioja that shows two landscapes in one gesture.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bodegas Gomez Cruzado, Haro, Rioja Alta, Spain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2023\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rioja DOCa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlend:\u003c\/strong\u003e 65% Garnacha (Alto Najerilla, Sierra Demanda) \/ 35% Tempranillo (Samaniego, Sierra Cantabria)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVines:\u003c\/strong\u003e Old vines at the foot of two mountain ranges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native yeast, 100% destemmed, cold fermentation, short maceration, 5 months in concrete\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cherry, blackberry, licorice, balsamic, spice, chalky-plush tannins, long supple finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied, precise, modern Rioja\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrink:\u003c\/strong\u003e Now–2038 (best 2028+)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest Paired With:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roast lamb, grilled ribeye, braised short rib, aged Manchego, wild mushroom dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwo mountain landscapes, one extraordinary wine — Gomez Cruzado El Predilecto 2023 is modern Rioja at its most compelling.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"67Wine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48071245267227,"sku":"210000057284","price":27.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/1789\/4171\/files\/qypgajqgsgzvafm6ictz.jpg?v=1779552102","url":"https:\/\/67wine.com\/products\/gomez-cruzado-rioja-predilecto-2023-750ml","provider":"67","version":"1.0","type":"link"}