Rioja Alta Crianza Marqués del Puerto 1992
Bodegas Marqués del Puerto, S.A. presents this 1992 Crianza from the renowned Rioja region in northern Spain. Rioja is the country's most famous wine region, with a modern winemaking history heavily influenced by French vintners in the 19th century. The wine originates specifically from Rioja Alta, the western and higher-altitude sector of the Denominación de Origen Calificada (DOCa) Rioja. This classic zone benefits from a cooler, more Atlantic climate compared to Rioja Oriental. The 1992 vintage in this area is generally characterized as being light in style.
The wine is crafted from a blend of Tempranillo and Mazuelo, the latter also known as Carignan. Tempranillo serves as the principal grape of Spain and is widely cultivated in regions such as Rioja, Ribera del Duero, and California. Mazuelo is a Mediterranean grape variety that is also frequently grown in Southern France and California, and it is often utilized in Rioja Alta to complement the primary Tempranillo.
This Crianza follows the traditional oak-aging classification system that defines Rioja wines. The production method involves aging the wine for one year in Bordeaux oak barrels. Following this initial period in wood, the wine completes its maturation process with an additional year of resting in the bottle prior to its release.
The history of the wine
Below, you can delve into the history of this wine — its producer, grape, area, and region.
Rioja
Rioja in northern Spain is the country's most famous wine region with a modern wine history shaped by French winemakers in the 19th century. Tempranillo is the main grape, often blended with Garnacha, and the wines are defined by their aging in oak barrels, classified as Crianza, Reserva and Gran Reserva. The result is soft, mature red wines with red berries, vanilla, leather and spice.
When this wine was made, the world looked very different. Here are some of the stories that unfolded while this bottle quietly aged in its cellar.
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Storage
Store the bottle horizontally at 12–14°C and avoid direct sunlight, vibrations, and temperature fluctuations.
Opening
Allow the bottle to stand upright for 24–48 hours before opening to allow sediment to settle. Use a professional corkscrew and open carefully.
Enjoyment
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