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On the southeast slope of Calvario hill in Briones, Rioja Alta, La Quinta Cruz was planted in 1986 – a steep 1.2ha vineyard with very thin topsoil of sand and gravel covered by round pebbles. This 100% Mazuelo wine was fermented in a small stainless-steel tank, then underwent malolactic fermentation in three 500L French oak barrels and one 1,300L concrete tank, where it remained for 12 months. Fine, cool tannins – linear and citrus juice-drenched – support the juicy tomato jam, red cherry and blackberry pie flavour. Unexpected touches of quince, guava and rhubarb add intrigue and dynamism. A benchmark, characterful expression of Mazuelo showing remarkable focus and purity of fruit. IS

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Miguel Merino, La Quinta Cruz, Rioja, Alta, Northern Spain, Spain, 2023

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On the southeast slope of Calvario hill in Briones, Rioja Alta, La Quinta Cruz was planted in 1986 – a steep 1.2ha vineyard with

Miguel Merino, La Quinta Cruz, Rioja Alta, Spain 2023

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