This single vineyard Clarete (a traditional style of Rioja rosado - produced by co-fermenting red and white grapes together) is delicious, juicy and characterful, packaged with a distinctive contemporary label.
Old vine, bush trained Garnacha and Viura from a single vineyard named "Cerro Calvario” in the village of Cordovín. This is a very cool climate region with deep red soils rich in clay and iron, at the foot of the Sierra de la Demanda mountains. The grapes are crushed then cold-fermented in stainless steel with native yeasts. The wine spends 3 months on lees before bottling.
Linea Karman Rioja DOCa Clarete has vibrant redcurrant and strawberry aromas. The palate has ripe bramble fruits balanced by soft, supple tannins and a squeeze of juicy citrus acidity. Fresh and long on the finish.
The perfect summer rosado to pair with a whole range of tapas dishes.
"Línea Kármán Rioja Clarete, DOCa Rioja 2023; Smoky oak, tart apple acidity, and a hint of barrel-fermented white wine. Wild acidity, energetic with contrast. Creamy, brioche-style with rhubarb custard, roasted nuts and savoury, vibrant red and black cherry fruit and a ping of red cherry on the finish. 90 Pts Spanish rosado & clarete: Panel tasting, Decanter (Sept 24)"
Country: Spain
Region: Rioja
Grapes: Viura 70%, Garnacha 30%
ABV: 14%
Volume: 75cl
Vintage: 2023
Suitable for Vegetarians: Yes
Suitable for Vegans: Yes
90pts – Decanter magazine (August 2024)
