

CLIMATIC CYCLE
There was snow and enough moisture in winter. The entire spring was very dry, but the vineyard vegetated well due to the winter 2020 reserves. Spring temperatures, especially those of March and April, were cool.
July was very dry, with a few isolated days of intense heat. August was also very sequential. Even though, average summer temperatures were lower than those of recent years. The summer drought reduced production, leaving a year of moderate harvest. In September it rained in La Rioja, but in the Haro area rainfall was scarce. Magnificent weather at the end of September and October, which contributed to a magnificent end of ripening. The harvest was less early than in previous years, beginning on September 22nd and ending on October 20th.
456 mm. of rainfall were collected in the vegetative cycle and the thermal integral was lower than the previous years. The final result was an excellent vintage at Bodegas RODA.
Production area:
D.O.Ca.Rioja
Variety:
86% Tempranillo and 14% Graciano
Vineyards:
Selection of some plants from the oldest vineyards.
Age of the vineyards:
Old bush vines
Harvest:
Hand-picked in 16 kg crates and hand sorted at the winery
Fermentation:
In French oak vats, with temperature controlled. Malolactic fermentation in French oak barrels.
Aging:
8 months in 100% brand new French oak barrels
Stabilisation:
Natural methods
Clarification:
Lyophilized egg white
Alcohol content:
14,5% Vol.
Packaging:
Carton cases of 3 bottles (single bottles in wooden cases)
Formats:
Bottles of 75cl, 1,5l, 3l and 6l.
Colour:
Very intense, deep, almost impenetrable colour. A very dark cherry base with hints of cherry.
Nose:
Enormous fullness and intensity. Red and black fruits, small berries, blackberries, blueberries, and sloes form an incredible combination. The sensation of rain and damp earth is evident. Fresh spices, cloves, cinnamon, and black pepper emerge. A field of violets adds a floral touch.
Palate:
The initial sensation is one of light fullness, a difficult coincidence in the world of wine. The volume is enormous and the weight minimal, another difficult-to-explain yet wonderfully recognizable contrast. The tannins are impeccable, and the finish is silky. Enveloping. The freshness lingers for an endless length, leaving the spirit of elegance in the mouth. This is a tremendous wine, undoubtedly one of CIRSION's finest.





