Contador, Alma - Rioja 2021
Benjamín Romeo, an acclaimed Rioja winemaker
Son, grandson and great-grandson of winemakers, Benjamín Romeo is heir to a long winemaking tradition. Born in San Vicente de la Sonsierra, in Rioja, he has been making wines there since 1995. San Vicente stands out for its exceptional location, sheltered by the Sierra de Cantabria. With vineyards spread from the mountains to the Ebro River, San Vicente de la Sonsierra is a dream setting for producing complex and balanced wines. The diversity of soils and microclimates and the long winemaking tradition of this unique corner of Rioja are arguments that distinguish the features of Contador wines -the winery has more than 70 plots in this environment- and have allowed it to place itself among the world's wine elite, with such significant recognitions as the 100 Parker points obtained in two consecutive vintages (2004 and 2005).
Bodega Contador's new wine is born with the vocation of highlighting the richness and uniqueness of San Vicente de la Sonsierra as the origin of the best Rioja wines. Alma de Contador 2021 has been made by blending grapes from three different parcels that are part of the Sonserrano terroir. These plots are located at a maximum distance that reaches a radius of 3km from the winery, which allows extremely fast reception and processing of the grapes. Also, for this wine a special selection of clusters has been made to only produce the highest quality ones.
Benjamín Romeo has once again signed a wine of exceptional characteristics. Alma 2021 is a remarkable red wine which faithfully reflects the soul of a privileged origin: San Vicente de la Sonsierra.The 2021 vintage:
Tasting Notes:
Alma 2021 is very bright and dense red-violet color.The nose is deep, intense and elegant. It shows mineral and balsamic herbs aromas. Also, red and black fruits with spicy notes and a touch of toasted. With wood fine and present. It has a good evolution “with future”. In the mouth it is subtle and powerful at the same time. Well balanced in terms of maturity and freshness. Final is very long and fresh. Bulky and tasty.