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Bodegas Faustino I Gran Reserva

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750 mL
Wine Type
Red Wine
RegionRioja
Alcohol Level
Country
Spain
SubregionRioja
Drinking Window
GrapesTempranilloMazueloGraciano
Wine Description:
This renowned Spanish red from the Rioja region is a classic Gran Reserva from Bodegas Faustino I. The blend of Tempranillo, Garnacha, and Graciano grapes creates an intense nose of blackberries, cassis, and a hint of roasted coffee. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and rich, with flavors of blackberry jam and warm spices, as well as a long finish of dark chocolate and smoky oak. An ideal accompaniment to roast beef, grilled steak, or a rich cheese plate.
Pros:
  • Deep and intense aroma, with flavors of cherry, prune, chocolate and spices
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Cons:
  • It requires a significant amount of aging before it can be consumed
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Expert Rating:

4.8

Wine Expert Note:

This Bodegas Faustino I Gran Reserva is a complex, full-bodied wine with aromas of ripe dark fruits, leather, tobacco and spices. On the palate, it offers intense flavors of cassis, blackberry, mocha and tobacco, with a dense and chewy texture that leads to a long, lingering finish. This is a wine to be enjoyed now or cellared for years to come.
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