2018 Bodegas Hidalgo La Gitana Gold, Rioja DOCa, Spain Villa Matilde The grapes for this cuvée

The grapes for this cuvée are selected after a series of passes through the vineyards to pick the grapes at the proper level of maturity with the desired balance between sugar and acid

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A touch of caramel also gives this a gourmet twist

It reveals notes of pulpy blackberry

sunny but attractive fruit on the nose

2018 Bodegas Hidalgo La Gitana Gold, Rioja DOCa, Spain Villa Matilde The grapes for this cuvéeSmoky, toasty oak takes center stage on the nose of this fine Rioja. It's full and fruity on the palate yet has enough levity to allow the flavors to breathe. Strong barrel notes frame its salt, dried red fruit and cocoa flavors. Complex, ageworthy and high in quality. Wine Enthusiast (DAMAGED LABELS)