Asua Crianza
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Typically best enjoyed 3 to 8 years from the vintage release, when its vibrant fruit and oak integration are in perfect harmony.
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Classic roasted lamb, grilled pork chops with herbs, and traditional Spanish tapas such as cured jamón and manchego cheese.
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Crafted by the historic Compañía Vinícola del Norte de España (CVNE), founded in 1879 in Haro's legendary Barrio de la Estación, Asua Crianza is a heartfelt tribute to the estate's visionary founders, the Real de Asúa brothers. This wine captures the classic soul of Rioja Alta, sourced from select vineyards where clay-limestone soils and a cooling Atlantic influence yield Tempranillo of exceptional balance and freshness. Following traditional fermentation, the wine is aged for approximately 12 months in a combination of French and American oak casks, followed by further refinement in the bottle. This process coaxes out a harmonious profile rich in bright red cherry, plum, sweet spices, and subtle toasted vanilla, honoring over a century of Riojan winemaking heritage.
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Founded in 1879 by the Real de Asúa brothers in the historic Barrio de la Estación of Haro, Compañía Vinícola del Norte de España (CVNE) is a cornerstone of Rioja winemaking. Still family-controlled today, the estate is celebrated for its harmonious blend of traditional craftsmanship and architectural innovation, featuring a legendary cellar designed by Alexandre Gustave Eiffel's studio. CVNE's philosophy centers on meticulous vineyard management across Rioja Alta and Rioja Alavesa, producing elegant, structurally complex wines aged in fine oak casks. The winery is globally renowned for its iconic labels, including the historic Imperial Gran Reserva, the fruit-forward Viña Real, and the single-estate expression Contino, which collectively define the pinnacle of classic Spanish Tempranillo.