Castillo de Albai Rioja 2021 - Caravan Wines & Spirits

Pagos Del Rey

Castillo de Albai Tempranillo Joven 2021

Style Wine Spain Red
Producer Pagos Del Rey
Origin Spain
$23 / btl
Mixed six eligible at cart

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What it tastes like.

Castillo de Albai is the entry-level Rioja from Pagos del Rey, a well-respected Spanish wine group with vineyards across the country's major regions. The Tempranillo Joven is an unwooded, drink-young style of Rioja β€” the daily-drinking expression of Spain's most famous red grape, made with fresh red fruit rather than the oak-driven character of the Reserva and Gran Reserva styles.

The 2021 vintage was cool and balanced in Rioja. Expect a bright cherry-red colour with vibrant violet highlights, and an open, fruit-forward nose of red berry, ripe strawberry and a touch of stone fruit. The palate is soft, juicy and easy-drinking, with no oak influence to mask the freshness β€” a long, clean, persistent finish.

Pair with tapas, charcuterie boards, tomato-based pasta, pizza, grilled chicken or simple roast meats. 13.5% ABV.

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