Rioja, Spain 2019 (tempranillo, Garnacha Tinta, Graciano Y Mazuelo) Recipe
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Make Rioja, Spain 2019 (tempranillo, Garnacha Tinta, Graciano Y Mazuelo) in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
Wine and tasting setup
Food pairing board
Wine and tasting setup
1. Open and Rest
Open the Rioja 2019 bottle and let it rest at room temperature for 10-15 minutes to express aromas.
2. Glassware preparation
Rinse and dry four tasting glasses; place them on a clean surface in a visible layout.
3. Decanting (optional)
If a decanter is available, pour the wine into the decanter to oxygenate for 15-20 minutes to enhance bouquet.
4. Pour samples
Pour approximately 45 ml (1.5 oz) of wine into each glass from the bottle (or decanter) for tasting.
5. Appearance and aroma first look
Swirl each glass gently to coat the sides, observe color and legs, then bring the glass to your nose to note initial aromas.
6. Aroma tasting
Smell deeply to identify primary aromas (red fruit, berries), secondary notes (vanilla, oak, spice), and any tertiary hints (earth, leather).
7. Palate cleansing
Prepare a small amount of still water for palate cleansing between sips to reset the palate.
8. Pairing setup
Arrange the bread, cheese, and meats within easy reach of the tasting glasses to enable immediate pairing exploration.
Food pairing board
9. Cheese placement
Slice Manchego and arrange on the board in a single layer, leaving space between pieces for easy access.
10. Meat arrangement
Fan Jamón Ibérico (or Chorizo) slices beside the cheese, offering a contrast in texture and fat content.
11. Olives placement
Place olives in a small dish or a corner of the board to provide a briny palate cleanse.
12. Nuts provision
Set almonds in a small bowl; lightly toast if desired to heighten aroma and crunch.
13. Bread setup
Lay out baguette slices; optionally toast them lightly to add texture and carry flavors well.
14. First pairing tasting
Take a sip of Rioja, then pair with a bite of cheese or meat to observe how fat, salt, and acidity interact with the wine's fruit, tannins, and oak.
15. Experiment and note
Try different combinations (wine with bread alone, cheese alone, or cheese plus meat) and record which pairings best highlight the wine’s balance.
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