EXOPTO El Espinal de Exopto Tinto
2023 • 750ml • 14.5%
- Spain > Rioja
- Maturana TInta
- Braised rabbit
What comes from Rioja but tastes like left-bank Bordeaux? This does. Graphite pencil lead and minty cassis meets a cool steely edged palate of sleek, impervious structure. Brace for impact, this is destined for a long life.
COLIN'S NOTE
Maturana Tinta is an ancient grape known as Castets in Bordeaux, where it has been recently approved as an 'official' grape.
IN SHORT
Ancient grape, modern flair, serious wine.
Exopto
Exopto is the Rioja house you need to know. Founded in 2003 by Frenchman Tom Puyaubert, it’s all about bringing old vines back to life on the wild slopes of Sierra Cantabria and Monte Yerga. Think horse-drawn ploughs, hand work in the vineyard, and a mix of Tempranillo, Garnacha and Graciano from gnarly old bush vines. Tom’s mission is simple — make Rioja that’s honest, artisanal and a bit rebellious, with real personality in every bottle.
