# Las Pisadas Rioja (2018)

- **Producer:** Miguel Torres SA
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Tempranillo
- **Region:** Rioja, Spain
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.0%
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** raspberry, red plum, dried dates, cloves, vanilla, leather, dried fruit

## About this wine

Las Pisadas Rioja 2018 is a red wine from the Rioja DOCa in Spain, produced by Miguel Torres SA. It is made from 100% Tempranillo grapes sourced from old vines in the Rioja Alavesa sub-region. The wine undergoes a 10-month aging period in French oak barrels. Miguel Torres SA is a family-owned winery founded in 1870, known for its commitment to quality and sustainability, with a global export reach.

## Interesting facts

- Tempranillo is Spain's most planted red grape.
- Rioja was the first Spanish region to be granted DOCa status.
- Miguel Torres SA has been family-run for over 150 years.
- This wine is made from vines over 70 years old.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium+ body and supple tannins are well-suited to complement the protein in red meats, while the oak aging can harmonize with savory mushroom sauces. The wine's inherent fruitiness can also provide a pleasant contrast to richer dishes.

## Wine making process

Las Pisadas Rioja is produced from 100% Tempranillo grapes. The winemaking process involves fermentation, likely in stainless steel tanks, to capture the varietal's essence. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 10 months in French oak barrels, which imparts specific characteristics. The grapes are sourced from old vines, indicating a focus on mature fruit with concentrated flavors. Miguel Torres SA, the producer, is a family-owned winery with a long history and a global presence.