Cherry aroma, well balanced, smooth and silky, cigar and leather undertones. Paired wonderfully with a peppery lamb dish. — 6 months ago
Anniversary Dinner…great choice! — 8 months ago
The best wine I’ve ever had for $13. — a year ago
Lovely wine. Soft oak and full red. Really enjoyable. — 5 months ago
Really nice with both the Chicken Marsala and the Tortellini with vodka sauce. — 6 months ago
Merry Christmas, y’all! — 6 months ago
Valserrano – Tempranillo & Graciano – 2020
Rioja Alavesa DOCa – Spain 🇪🇸
Overview
A Crianza-level Rioja built for approachability, freshness, and everyday enjoyment. Predominantly Tempranillo with a touch of Graciano, aged briefly in oak to soften the edges while preserving fruit purity.
Aromas & Flavors
Red cherry, raspberry, and plum with hints of licorice, vanilla, and subtle spice. Light herbal notes and soft oak support without dominating.
Mouthfeel
Medium-light body, juicy and vibrant with mild tannins and easy-going acidity. Friendly texture that drinks effortlessly, even slightly chilled.
Food Pairings
Tapas, grilled chicken, burgers, pizza, or chorizo, anything casual and flavorful.
Verdict
An easy-drinking, fruit-forward Rioja that embraces the modern, relaxed side of Rioja Alavesa. Fun, refreshing, and crowd-pleasing without trying too hard.
Did You Know?
Crianza wines are Spain’s most versatile category, requiring a minimum of 2 years of aging with at least 1 year in oak, striking the sweet spot between young fruit and gentle structure. — 7 months ago
It’s fine whatever — 7 months ago
Definitely improved with age! More approachable, less tannic. Went well with mutton chops. — 5 months ago
Fantastic — 5 months ago
Testet 200 kr vin fra Ribera Del Duero etter Christers anbefaling av området. Nydelig vin, bra fylde, dyp og mørk farge. — 6 months ago
This is an under €20 bottle of drinkable goodness! — 6 months ago
Dark fruit. Vanilla. Smooth with a spicy finish — 7 months ago
Notes of raspberry, flint, butter. Medium bodied, feel the sun and the acid, oak tannins, length, with blackberries and raspberries. I think this 2022 would have been in great in 2024. Love garnacha, but I feel I’d better drink it young, almost unoaked. — 8 months ago
A little fig/jam scent, super smooth. Drink alone or with meats/cheeses. Also good with chocolate peanut trail mix! 2019 vintage on Aug 31,2025 — 10 months ago
Ed Chin
My first and I found it quite interesting. Nutty with a fino type finish. Definitely need to have food with the bright acidity it has. I think more age is needed to bring the out the complexity. The oxidative style isn’t for everyone — 5 months ago