Freddy R. Troya

9.1

Valserrano – Tempranillo & Graciano – 2020
Rioja Alavesa DOCa – Spain 🇪🇸

Overview
A Crianza-level Rioja built for approachability, freshness, and everyday enjoyment. Predominantly Tempranillo with a touch of Graciano, aged briefly in oak to soften the edges while preserving fruit purity.

Aromas & Flavors
Red cherry, raspberry, and plum with hints of licorice, vanilla, and subtle spice. Light herbal notes and soft oak support without dominating.

Mouthfeel
Medium-light body, juicy and vibrant with mild tannins and easy-going acidity. Friendly texture that drinks effortlessly, even slightly chilled.

Food Pairings
Tapas, grilled chicken, burgers, pizza, or chorizo, anything casual and flavorful.

Verdict
An easy-drinking, fruit-forward Rioja that embraces the modern, relaxed side of Rioja Alavesa. Fun, refreshing, and crowd-pleasing without trying too hard.

Did You Know?
Crianza wines are Spain’s most versatile category, requiring a minimum of 2 years of aging with at least 1 year in oak, striking the sweet spot between young fruit and gentle structure. — 16 days ago

Scott Kahn

8.9

This is an under €20 bottle of drinkable goodness! — 6 days ago

Raul Puga

9.1

Such a good wine and extremely food friendly. Cheers!!! — a month ago

Louis Martin

9.3

Cherry aroma, well balanced, smooth and silky, cigar and leather undertones. Paired wonderfully with a peppery lamb dish. — 2 days ago

Ivan Peci

9.1

Marca blanca de rioja alta — 9 days ago

with Pedro and Carlos

Cody LaRocque

8.9

It’s fine whatever — a month ago

Kate

9.0

Dark fruit. Vanilla. Smooth with a spicy finish — 22 days ago

Bobbi Jo Broxson

9.1

Great wine with Great family — 25 days ago

with Tammy, Emmett and 3 others

President Obama

9.2

I should figure out what crianza means. In Madrid with Al and Tom! — a month ago

Victor Charcan

9.0

Notes of raspberry, flint, butter. Medium bodied, feel the sun and the acid, oak tannins, length, with blackberries and raspberries. I think this 2022 would have been in great in 2024. Love garnacha, but I feel I’d better drink it young, almost unoaked. — a month ago