Giornata Barbera 2018 vs Roda Sela Rioja 2023
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| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £24.99 | £24.99 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Giornata | Bodegas Roda |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Barbera | Garnacha, Tempranillo |
| Region | — | Rioja |
| Country | — | Spain |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
Giornata Barbera 2018
This Barbera is pretty and lifted on the nose filled with notes of crushed red cherry fruit and gentle violet flora. The palate i silky with medium body and great purity of cranberry and red cherry fruits with a savoury almond note adding some complexity. The finish is fresh, juicy and vital. It is a perfect match to go with seared summer vegetables or sashimi!
Roda Sela Rioja 2023
Bodegas Roda Sela is a refined expression of Rioja Alta, crafted from old bush vines of Tempranillo, Graciano, and Garnacha planted near the historic town of Haro. Low yields, careful hand-harvesting, and 12 months in French oak make this a wine of real elegance and concentration — a step up from everyday Rioja without stepping away from what makes the region great. Why You'll Love It Introduced in 2008, Sela has quickly become a benchmark for carefully crafted Rioja Alta. Bodegas Roda's philosophy centres on balance, elegance, and terroir expression — and this wine delivers all three. If you're looking for a Rioja that rewards attention without demanding it, this is it. Sustainably farmed, with minimal intervention in the winery. Vineyard & Production Sourced from 15–30-year-old bush vines whose low yields encourage phenolic maturity and concentrated aromatics. Grapes are hand-harvested, destemmed, and gently crushed before 19 days of maceration. The wine then spends 12 months in 100% semi-new French oak barrels, allowing fruit and oak to integrate seamlessly before bottling. Tasting Notes Bright ruby with layered red hues. The nose is intense and expressive — cherry, red berry, and hints of black fruit, with subtle mineral and oak notes. On the palate, the wine is wide and voluminous, with fine, well-structured tannins, ripe fruit concentration, and a long, persistent finish. Perfect Pairings Best served at room temperature alongside rich, flavourful dishes. Think roasted venison, beef fillet, slow-cooked lamb shoulder, or hearty stews. Also excellent with aged hard cheeses and charcuterie. The Blend Tempranillo 94%, Graciano 3%, Garnacha 3% — DOCa Rioja Alta, Spain. Hand-harvested. 75cl bottle.
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