Bodega Urqo Los Durmientes Malbec vs Ontanon Rioja Crianza Tinto 2022
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| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £13.99 | £13.99 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Bodega Urqo | Ontanon |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Malbec | Garnacha, Tempranillo |
| Region | Mendoza | Rioja |
| Country | — | Spain |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
Bodega Urqo Los Durmientes Malbec
Bodega Urqo Los Durmientes Malbec is an approachable yet structured Malbec from the Valle de Uco, sourced exclusively from the Urquia family's Tupungato vineyards. Named after the railway sleepers ("durmientes") that line the vineyards, this wine showcases the minerality, graphite notes and rich fruit typical of high-altitude Uco Valley Malbec. A beautiful expression of terroir at an exceptional price point. Why You'll Love It This is authentic Uco Valley red wine from a family estate committed to purity and site expression. The Urquia family's 300-hectare property near Tupungato benefits from deep sandy soils with limestone seams, creating wines with distinctive minerality and graphite character. With subtle oak influence and high-altitude fruit, this wine delivers the complexity and structure of premium Uco Valley Malbec at remarkable value. Meet the Producer Located near the mountain town of Tupungato in Mendoza , the Urquia family manages 300 hectares of desert-soil vineyards, crafting wines that reflect the unique terroir of the Valle de Uco. Their focus is on purity, site expression and exceptional value in every bottle. Production Made from 100% Tupungato Malbec, grown on deep sandy soils with limestone seams that impart distinctive minerality. A touch of oak adds subtle complexity without overpowering the fruit. The vineyard's high-altitude terroir shapes the wine's structure, mineral notes and aromatic profile. Tasting Notes A classic Uco Valley Malbec with a graphite and floral nose, a mineral-rich palate and firm structure. Juicy red and dark fruits mingle with earthy undertones, producing a versatile and food-friendly wine with excellent balance. Perfect Pairings Perfect with ribeye steak, homemade cheeseburgers, grilled peppers, goat cheese, hearty pasta dishes or roasted vegetables. Also excellent with barbecued meats and empanadas. Grape Variety 100% Malbec
Ontanon Rioja Crianza Tinto 2022
Bodegas Ontañón Rioja Crianza is a benchmark expression of classic Rioja, crafted from old-vine Tempranillo and Garnacha grown on the slopes of the Sierra Yergas in Rioja Baja. Aged in a combination of American and French oak before further bottle maturation, this is a wine that delivers everything you expect from a great Crianza — and then some. Why You'll Love It This is Rioja Crianza at its most reliable and rewarding. Ontañón's 5th-generation family winery has built its reputation on wines that consistently over-deliver, and this is no exception. Whether you're a committed Rioja devotee or simply looking for a crowd-pleasing red with real character, this wine will never let you down. Vegetarian, vegan, and sustainably produced. Vineyard & Production Sourced from 40-year-old vines in the La Montesa and Siete Caminos vineyards around Quel, south of the River Ebro. Following a long maceration, the wine spends 12 months in 60% American and 40% French oak barrels (a mix of new and used), then a further 12 months in bottle before release — giving it the structure and polish that defines the Crianza style. Tasting Notes Intense black fruit and warm spice on the nose, with ripe, plush fruit on the palate. Balancing freshness and supple tannins give the wine excellent depth and approachability. A very classic Crianza — juicy bramble fruits, rounded oak, and a long, smooth finish. Perfect Pairings A natural partner for roast chicken and game, meaty pasta dishes, hard cheeses, and slow-cooked lamb. Also excellent alongside a charcuterie board or a hearty beef casserole. The Blend Tempranillo 90%, Garnacha 10%
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