La Mimbrera Graciano 2021
Rioja Alta | Single-Plot Varietal 750ml
"The elegance of the forgotten grape: a tribute to Graciano that reaches its zenith with electric freshness and a longevity destined for collectors."
The Atlantic Soul: Purity of Graciano
La Mimbrera 2021 is one of Tom Puyaubert's most personal creations. Coming from a unique plot with gravel and clay soils in Ábalos, this 100% Graciano defies convention with its vibrant nerve and depth. It is a wine for extreme cellaring, designed to evolve with elegance over decades, offering a wild yet sophisticated sensory experience that only the great single-varietals of this grape can provide. Get it with secure shipping across Mexico at La Cava Shop.
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Bodegas Exopto.
- Origin: "La Mimbrera" Plot, Ábalos (Rioja Alta).
- Varietal: 100% Graciano.
- Aging: French oak (preserving purity).
- Volume: 750 ml.
- Type: Single-Plot / Collection Wine.
2. Sommelier Notes
Appearance: Deep cherry red with purple hues. High intensity, dense and brilliant.
Nose: Exuberant and wild profile. Notable tart black fruits (blackberry, blueberry) intertwined with scrubland, black pepper, clove, and a very marked graphite mineral background.
Palate: Explosive and tense entry. Its marked acidity provides impressive verticality. Fine-grained tannins and imposing structure that culminate in a long, energetic balsamic finish.
3. Graphic Singularity
NERVE / ACIDITY [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
CELLARING POTENTIAL [ 15 - 20 YEARS ]
COLOR INTENSITY [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
EXCLUSIVITY [ LIMITED EDITION ]
4. Service Recommendations
Pairing: Big game (venison, wild boar), long-aged red meats, and high-purity dark chocolate (+80%).
Preparation: Decanting is mandatory 60 minutes before consuming.
Temperature: Serve strictly between 16°C and 18°C.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Why is a 100% Graciano wine so special?
Graciano is a difficult grape to grow and vinify on its own due to its high acidity and nerve. However, in plots like La Mimbrera, it offers wines with electric freshness and a cellaring capacity superior to almost any other grape in Rioja.
How long can La Mimbrera 2021 be stored?
Thanks to its tannic structure and low pH, this wine has extreme cellaring potential, able to evolve favorably in the bottle for 15 to 20 years.
Is it necessary to decant this wine?
Yes, as it is a wine of great concentration and wild character, mandatory decanting of 45 to 60 minutes is recommended so that its graphite and spice notes open up properly.