Weekday Wine - 2023 Bodegas Lanzaga ‘Corriente’ Rioja

2023 Bodegas Lanzaga ‘Corriente’ Rioja

Tempranillo, Garnacha and Graciano

Lanciego, Spain

For decades, Rioja got so tangled up in heavy oak and endless aging that everyone forgot what the wine actually tasted like. Bodegas Lanzaga skips the wood overkill by fermenting in concrete and letting the wine rest briefly in seasoned casks and large foudres. The result? A delightfully vibrant bottle that proves Rioja can be fun, fresh, and refreshingly punchy without needing a lifetime in a dark cellar.

Historically, "Corriente" referred to the everyday, effortlessly quaffable wine locals drank before obsessive barrel aging took over. This spirited blend of Tempranillo, Garnacha, and Graciano bursts with bright berry fruit, subtle spice, and silky, food-friendly tannins. Think of it as your ultimate Tuesday-night hero—ready to elevate everything from carryout pizza to Sunday’s leftovers! (PW)

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