To nothing: 2018
Varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon
Elaboration: Fermentation for 10 days in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperature. Aged for 12 months in American and French oak barrels

Tasting of L'Ainsa aged red wine from Bodegas Osca

Visual phase: Cherry red color with a high layer, intense and bright.

Olfactory phase: Aromas of ripe red fruits (blackberry, strawberry) with spicy notes (vanilla, cinnamon, clove). Balsamic aromas (eucalyptus, menthol) and a background of tobacco and dark chocolate are also appreciated.

Gustatory phase: Powerful and structured in the mouth, with polished and elegant tannins that give it body and nerve. The acidity is well integrated with the fruit and wood, providing a long and persistent finish. In the mouth, the notes of ripe red fruits, jam and spices are repeated, with a mineral touch that provides complexity.

Pairing

The L'Ainsa Crianza red wine from Bodegas Osca, due to its body and complexity, pairs exceptionally with red meat dishes, game, stews and cured cheeses. Among the recommendations are:

Starters:

• Iberian sausages table
• Serrano ham
• Cured and semi-cured cheeses
• Foie gras

Main courses:

• Grilled or baked red meats (entrecôte, steak, sirloin)
• Game meat (deer, wild boar, partridge)
• Meat stews (boiled, braised, ragout)
• Soupy meat rice

Desserts:

• Blue cheeses
• Dark chocolate
• Sachertorte

Additional suggestions:

• Serve the wine at a temperature between 16 and 18ºC.
• Decant the wine about 30 minutes before serving to facilitate oxygenation and the expression of its aromatic potential.
• Enjoy wine in good company and in a pleasant atmosphere.

Conclusion:

The L'Ainsa aged red wine from Bodegas Osca is characterized by its body, complexity and elegance, making it an ideal pairing for red meat dishes, game, stews and cured cheeses. This is a perfect wine to enjoy on special occasions.