2024 Bodegas Exopto Bozeto de Exopto Rosado, Rioja

From hillside Garnacha vineyards in Rioja Alta, Bozeto de Exopto Rosado captures the vibrant, contemporary spirit of modern Rioja. Crafted by French born winemaker Tom Puyaubert, who has built Bodegas Exopto into a cult favourite among those seeking fresher, terroir driven Spanish wines, this rosado focuses on purity, drinkability and energy. Old bush vines, organic farming and careful handling in the cellar allow Garnacha to show its lifted aromatics and crunchy red fruit charm.

A glowing pale raspberry pink shimmers in the glass. Aromas unfold with wild strawberry, redcurrant and blood orange layered with rose petal, white pepper and a subtle mineral freshness. There is an immediate sense of brightness and playful finesse.

The palate is dry, silky and mouthwatering, delivering juicy red berry fruit framed by lively acidity and a gentle savoury edge. Notes of cranberry skin, citrus peel and delicate spice build through the mid palate before a long, refreshing finish that feels both stylish and effortlessly drinkable. Perfect in its youth while the fruit is vivid and crunchy, making it a go to bottle for warm afternoons and spontaneous gatherings.

Grilled octopus with smoked paprika, anchovy and tomato flatbreads, or burrata with grilled peaches scattered across a sunlit table. A spin of Rosalía Motomami or something breezy from Bomba Estéreo drifting through the air, glasses refilled without asking as the rosado quietly becomes the life of the party.