CONTADOR - Predicador 2018
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Wine Description
| Aroma | After dark fruits, caramel and vanilla. |
| Color | The Predicador presents itself in a cherry red, opaque color. |
| Palate | Balanced with medium acidity. The high alcohol content of almost 14.5% by volume gives the wine a powerful body. |
| Overall result | A young red wine, balanced and powerful with a full-bodied palate and medium lingering finish. |
| Match with | pan fried, poultry, game and terrines. |
| Alcohol | 14.5 vol% |
Terroir
| Region | D.O. La Rioja |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Grape Varieties | 92% Tempranillo, 3% Garnacha, 3% Mazuelo, 2% Graciano |
| Soil | Clay-limestone soils. |
| Height | Approx. 500m above sea level. |
| Climate | Mild with an Atlantic character and Mediterranean and continental currents. |
| Harvest | Hand picking |
Vinification
| Maturation | 8 months in French oak barrels. |
Awards
| Robert Parker | 93/100 |
Criticism
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Luis Gutierréz the critic Robert Parker writes: "More freshness is offered by the red Predicador 2018, made from a blend of 92% Tempranillo, 3% Garnacha, 3% Mazuelo and 2% Graciano. With an alcohol content of 14.24% and a pH of 3.65 It is less mature, more approachable, has fine-grained tannins and good balance. Produced 100,000 bottles." |
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