{"product_id":"faustino-vii-tinto-rioja","title":"Faustino VII Tinto Rioja","description":"\u003cp\u003eFaustino VII is Spain\u0026#39;s best-selling Rioja — a classic that has shown for decades that quality and accessibility are not mutually exclusive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWinery:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Faustino family has been cultivating vineyards in Rioja Alavesa, the cooler, higher-altitude part of the appellation near the Cantabrian Mountains, since 1861. The VII — the Roman numeral for the estate\u0026#39;s seventh product line — is a Tempranillo with brief aging in oak barrels, intended for early consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eIn the glass:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep ruby ​​red. On the nose, blackberry and ripe plum, along with a distinct hint of leather and tobacco—the typical character of mature Tempranillo. On the palate, the spicy, toasty notes emerge, which Faustino achieves through the targeted use of American oak. Medium-bodied, soft tannins, dry finish with a light vanilla note.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eRecommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best served at \u003cb\u003e16–18 °C\u003c\/b\u003e . Pairs well with lamb chops with rosemary, chorizo, grilled chicken, or a robust Manchego cheese. Also a great, uncomplicated accompaniment to Spanish tapas. Drink now—not for aging.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Faustino","offers":[{"title":"2023","offer_id":52695083254096,"sku":"V01038","price":7.8,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"2024","offer_id":53093105992016,"sku":"V01038-2024","price":7.8,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/3509\/4864\/files\/vinoscout_faustino_vii_tinto_rioja_1.webp?v=1771238584","url":"https:\/\/www.vinoscout.de\/en\/products\/faustino-vii-tinto-rioja","provider":"Vinoscout","version":"1.0","type":"link"}