{"title":"Mazuelo","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"r-lopez-de-heredia-vina-cubillo-tinto-crianza-rioja-2018","title":"R. Lopez de Heredia Vina Cubillo Tinto Crianza Rioja 2018","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"52\" data-end=\"587\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eOne of the most historic and influential producers in Rioja R. López de Heredia founded in 1877 in Haro has built its reputation on a philosophy that has barely changed in over a century long ageing traditional winemaking and release only when wines are fully integrated and ready to drink Viña Cubillo is the most approachable red in the estate’s range yet it is made with exactly the same patience and seriousness as their iconic Tondonia wines sourced from estate vineyards that are often among the last to be harvested each vintage\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"589\" data-end=\"1132\"\u003eThe 2018 vintage was a difficult year in Rioja marked by heavy rainfall and high humidity requiring careful vineyard management and a very late harvest Cubillo was picked at the end of October reflecting this extended growing season and the estate’s commitment to optimal ripeness over convenience The blend is approximately 70% Tempranillo 20% Garnacha with small amounts of Graciano and Mazuelo fermented traditionally and then aged for around six years in a combination of old American oak barrels and oak vats before bottling in March 2024\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1134\" data-end=\"1618\"\u003eThis extended élevage is central to the López de Heredia style allowing the wine to evolve slowly in wood until structure fruit and secondary complexity are completely integrated In the glass the 2018 shows a lifted and expressive profile opening with red cherry cranberry and plum layered with dried flowers herbs and spice With air classic Rioja development emerges cedar tobacco leaf tea like nuance and a faint balsamic edge without losing its core freshness and red fruit clarity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1620\" data-end=\"2018\"\u003eThe palate is medium bodied finely structured and highly polished with tannins that are present but extremely fine and resolved giving shape rather than weight Bright acidity drives the wine through a long savoury finish marked by red fruits spice and a subtle bitter edge that adds definition and length Despite its long ageing the wine remains energetic and focused rather than heavy or oxidative\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2020\" data-end=\"2511\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2020\" data-end=\"2085\"\u003eWine Advocate (Robert Parker) 94 plus points (Luis Gutiérrez)\u003c\/strong\u003e describes the 2018 Viña Cubillo as pretty fresh and aromatic with floral lift and elegance despite the challenging vintage conditions The review highlights its fine tannins sleek texture and overall balance noting that it could be one of the finest Cubillos in recent years and calling it a standout value in traditional Rioja Alcohol is 13.5 percent with bright natural acidity contributing to its precision and drinkability\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50371658121409,"sku":null,"price":69.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/R._Lopez_de_Heredia_Vina_Cubillo_Tinto_Crianza_Rioja_2018.webp?v=1782887170"}],"url":"https:\/\/appellance.com\/collections\/mazuelo.oembed","provider":"Appellance","version":"1.0","type":"link"}