Otazu - Rose Tempranillo2019

ROSE WINE

Estate

Bodega Otazu is the northernmost winery producing red wine in Spain, they are located in the heart of Navarra wine productions region. Bodega Otazu was the first French style winery built in 1840 in Navarra. In terms of architecture, its spectacular barrels room stands out, composed of 9 vaults of cement and designed like a cathedral, in this case, a wine cathedral. Since 2009 Bodega Otazu is one of only 14 wineries in Spain to have the recognition of "Vino de Pago". This is the highest category that vineyard can obtain. Such recognition allows Otazu to produce wines under its very own Denomination of Origin "Pago de Otazu ".

Tasting notes

Made from 100% Tempranillo this pretty rosé is crisp, dry and fresh with notes of fresh strawberries, citrus and watermelon. It is medium-bodied and bright on the palate with nice complexity and balanced acidity. Another excellent rosé from Bodega Otazu that will pair perfectly with light pastas, sushi, salads, soft cheeses, rice dishes, cured meats and a variety of vegetable dishes.

Vinification

Made by the traditional free running method of red grapes after cold maceration for 1 hour to fully respect the quality of the fruit and maintain the personality and particularity of the grape variety. Following clarification, the wine ferments at a controlled temperature in stainless steel tanks.