LA BANDIDA Rich Red Valencia 2024 750ml

Short Description

A bold and modern Spanish red wine from Valencia, Spain, made from Tempranillo and Cabernet Sauvignon with partial ageing in whisky barrels. Full-bodied, fruity, spicy, and distinctive, with ripe red berries, strawberry, plum, blackcurrant, vanilla, subtle smoke, toasted grain, spice, and a smooth lingering finish. Perfect with BBQ meats, pizza, burgers, grilled chicken, rich pasta, spicy seafood, Asian dishes, tapas, and casual dinners with friends. La Bandida describes Rich Red as a Tempranillo and Cabernet Sauvignon blend with partial whisky-barrel ageing for depth, aromatic complexity, and a rebellious character.

Product Highlights

Full Product Description

La Bandida Rich Red Valencia 2024 is a bold and unconventional Spanish red wine from Valencia, created for customers who enjoy fruit-forward reds with a modern twist. Made from Tempranillo and Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine combines ripe Spanish red fruit with extra structure, spice, and depth from partial ageing in whisky barrels. La Bandida describes Rich Red as a full-bodied red wine with fruity and spicy nuances, given added aromatic complexity and a “rebellious streak” through partial whisky-barrel ageing.

The wine offers sweet ripe red berry flavours, with notes of strawberry, plum, blackcurrant, subtle vanilla, spice, smoke, toasted grain, and earthy barrel character. Tempranillo brings softness and elegance, with ripe red fruit and vanilla notes, while Cabernet Sauvignon adds structure, blackcurrant, spicy aromas, and slightly smoky undertones.

On the palate, it is rich, smooth, and full-bodied, with juicy fruit, gentle spice, and a distinctive whisky-barrel touch that adds depth without overpowering the wine. This is a great choice for customers looking for something different from a classic Spanish red: approachable, food-friendly, and ideal for casual gatherings, BBQ nights, pizza, and dinners with friends. La Bandida recommends it with barbecues, pizzas, and impromptu dinners, while the brand also lists pairings such as chicken, creamy pasta, spicy seafood, and tasty Asian dishes.

Tasting Notes

Color: Deep ruby red with youthful purple tones
Aroma: Ripe red berries, strawberry, plum, blackcurrant, vanilla, spice, subtle smoke, toasted grain
Palate: Rich, fruity, smooth, full-bodied, with red berry fruit, black fruit, subtle vanilla, spice, and whisky-barrel depth
Finish: Smooth, lingering, lightly smoky, spicy, and fruit-driven

Food Pairing

Best enjoyed with:

BBQ meats
Grilled chicken
Burgers
Pizza
Rich pasta
Creamy pasta
Spicy seafood
Asian dishes
Tapas
Roast pork
Grilled sausages
Charcuterie
Hard cheese
Casual dinners with friends

Serving Suggestion

Serve slightly cool at around 15°C–18°C. Open 15–20 minutes before drinking to let the ripe red fruit, blackcurrant, vanilla, spice, smoke, and whisky-barrel character become more expressive.