The Story
La Rioja Altaâs Viña Alberdi is proof that classic Rioja doesnât have to be pricey or pretentious. Itâs 100% Tempranillo, aged in American oak barrels (some of which the winery makes themselves!), and it hits that perfect Rioja sweet spotâbright cherry fruit, soft tannins, and warm, toasty spice.
The 2020 vintage is especially vibrant: red fruit and dried flowers upfront, with vanilla, coconut, and cedar rounding things out. Itâs smooth, medium-bodied, and built for foodâgrilled meats, paella, roasted mushrooms, even pizza.
Whether youâre a Rioja diehard or just getting into Spanish reds, this is a bottle that always overdelivers. Classic for a reason.
Description
La Rioja Altaâs Viña Alberdi is proof that classic Rioja doesnât have to be pricey or pretentious. Itâs 100% Tempranillo, aged in American oak barrels (some of which the winery makes themselves!), and it hits that perfect Rioja sweet spotâbright cherry fruit, soft tannins, and warm, toasty spice.
The 2020 vintage is especially vibrant: red fruit and dried flowers upfront, with vanilla, coconut, and cedar rounding things out. Itâs smooth, medium-bodied, and built for foodâgrilled meats, paella, roasted mushrooms, even pizza.
Whether youâre a Rioja diehard or just getting into Spanish reds, this is a bottle that always overdelivers. Classic for a reason.
