Yes, you read that right, the grapes are washed. But first, the grapes are harvested at perfect ripeness. At Egomei, a very large team begins harvesting the grapes by hand very early in the morning. They are transported in small crates to the modern winery, where they are showered. This is a technique unique to the Egomei winery, because, as the winemaker says, fresh and clean grapes produce finer wines. We certainly noticed this when tasting this beautiful red Rioja.
The Egomei Rioja is aged for 14 months on its lees in French Allier oak barriques. Finally, it is bottle-aged for 6 months. And that's what you get! The nose reveals a mineral note and dominant aromas of sweet black fruit, along with a pleasant hint of oak and vanilla. The palate is rich with well-integrated tannins. The excellent balance between the fruit and the oak lends elegance and finesse to this Egomei. Delicious nuances of black fruit combined with the pleasant tannins make this Rioja perfect. The finish is long and intense. A wine to truly savor!
