Rioja Rosado (Spain)
Rioja is a region in Northern Spain.
Typical Flavors
 Strawberry |
 Raspberry |
 Pomegranate |
 Melon |
 Citrus |
 Currant |
 Cranberry |
 Candy |
 Rose Petal |
 Violets |
 Licorice |
 Anise |
Red Berries (Strawberry and Raspberry) and Water Melon are typical Rioja Rosado flavors.
Some blends can be more Citrus, more Red Currant, and more Candy.
Hints of Rose Petals, Violets, Licorice, or Anise.
Rioja Rosado Profile
Rioja Rosado is known to be medium body, fruit driven, with good acidity and good length:
| SUGAR: | Dry 3g/l | ||
| BODY: | Medium | ||
| FRUIT: | Medium Plus | ||
| ACIDITY: | Medium Plus | ||
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Food Pairing
 Grilled Vegetables |
 Tapas |
 Charcuterie |
 Ham |
 Seafood |
 Fish |
 Paella |
 Spicy |
 Taco |
 Spicy Hamburger |
 BBQ Chicken |
 BBQ Pork |
Rioja Rosado has a well-balanced acidity, making it very versatile for food pairing.
It loves Tapas, Grilled Vegetables, Charcuterie, Mediterranean Seafood, BBQ and all types of Spicy Food.
Pairing Suggestions
Excellent Pairings
Tapas. Apetizers. Tapenade.Olive Oil Salads. Salad Nicoise.
Anchovy. Garlic. Safran. Herbs.
Grilled or Steamed Vegetables.
Cold Curts. Ham. Charcuterie.
Spicy Sausages. Herb Sausages.
Spanish Seafood. Grilled Fish.
Grilled Tuna. Smoked Salmon.
Crab Cake. Tuna Salad. Cous Cous.
Umami. Sushi. Sashimi. Gravlax.
Spicy Asian. Thai. Mexican.
Moroccan. Indian Curry.
Hamburger. Tacos. Fajitas. Wrap. Quiche.
BBQ. Grilled Pork, Chicken, and Lamb.
Cheeses
Goat and Sheep Cheese.
Spanish Specialities
Chicken Empanadas (Breaded Chicken).
Chicken Chilindron (Chicken Stew).
Moroccan Tangine (Slow-cooked Stew).
Paella Valencia (Rice. Rabbit. Chicken. Saffron).
Rioja Rosado Blends
The most common grapes used in Spanish Rosé is Tempranillo, Garnacha, and Bobal.
Garnacha Rosés are common in Rioja and Navarra. Tempranillo Rosés are common in both Rioja and Ribera del Duero.
Tempranillo based Rosés are often blended with Garnacha and Viura. Viura is a white grape that contributes acidity.
Bobal Rosés are common in Valencia.
Tempranillo Based:
- 80% Tinto del Pais (Tempranillo)
- 30% Garnacha
- 50% Garnacha Blancais
Mouth: Fresh. Good acid. Good balance. Fruity finish.
Nose: Raspberries. Strawberries. Licorice. Hints of Roses and Violets.
Viura Based:
- 50% Viura (White Grape)
- 30% Garnacha Blancais
- 20% Tinto del Pais (Tempranillo)
Mouth: Fresh. Fruity. Tones of Watermelon and Pomegranate. Good acidity and good length.
Nose: Red Forest Berries. Blackberries. Pomegranate. Hints of Anise.
Bovale Based:
- 60% Graciano (Bobal)
- 45% Garnacha
Mouth: Fine Acidity. Good Body. Long Finish.
Nose: Clean. Fresh. Red Berries.