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Altanza

Altanza Rioja Gran Reserva

Name: Altanza Rioja Gran Reserva
Brand: Altanza
Price: 29.99 USD
Rating: 3.75 (0 reviews)

Spain, Rioja

Red wine

3.8

Expert Rating

4.1

Highly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Altanza Rioja Gran Reserva is a premium wine produced by Bodegas Altanza, a renowned winery located in the Rioja appellation of Spain. The grapes used to make this wine are sourced from the best vineyards in the region, which are known for their high altitude and mineral-rich soils. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, followed by a long aging period in oak barrels and bottle. The resulting wine is a complex and elegant blend of Tempranillo and other local grape varieties, with notes of dark fruit, vanilla, and spice. Altanza Rioja Gran Reserva is a perfect choice for those who appreciate the traditional style of Rioja wines and seek a high-quality, age-worthy wine.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Altanza Rioja Gran Reserva has a deep ruby-red color that signifies its complexity and depth.The nose is intense and inviting, with ripe red fruits, tobacco, and hints of chocolate. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and structured, with smooth tannins and a nice balance of flavors including blackberry, cedar, leather, and a hint of spice. The finish is long and lingering, with a pleasant earthy quality. This is a well-crafted and elegant wine that is sure to please.

EXPERT RATING

3.8

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Fragrant

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Bold

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Refreshing

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grippy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Tempranillo

ORIGINS

Winery: Altanza

Region: Rioja

Rioja is Spain's most celebrated wine region, located in the north of the country in the autonomous community of La Rioja. It is bordered by the Basque Country, Navarra and Aragón, and is home to some of the country's most iconic wines. Rioja has a long and storied history of winemaking, with evidence of viticulture dating back to the Roman Empire. The region was officially founded in 1925, and is now one of the most famous and respected wine regions in the world.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.1

0 Reviews