Castillo Cumbrero Rioja Condado 1966
The Castillo Cumbrero Rioja Condado is a 1966 vintage wine produced and bottled by Bodegas Condado. This Spanish wine holds the classification of Denominación de Origen Reconocida and is presented in a 750ml bottle with an alcohol volume of 12%.
Originating from Rioja in northern Spain, the wine comes from the country's most renowned wine region. The modern winemaking history of Rioja was significantly shaped by French winemakers during the 19th century. The area is known for utilizing Tempranillo as its primary grape, frequently blended with Garnacha, and its production is traditionally defined by oak aging, with wines categorized into classifications such as Crianza, Reserva, and Gran Reserva. The 1966 vintage in this region is described as mature and structured, achieving a score of 85 points.
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
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Opening
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Enjoyment
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