Bodegas Olarra
Bodegas Olarra Añares Rioja Gran Reserva
4.0
Expert Rating
4.0
Highly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Bodegas Olarra Añares Rioja Gran Reserva is a highly regarded wine from the Rioja appellation in Spain. Produced by Bodegas Olarra, this wine showcases the exceptional quality and craftsmanship of the region. The vineyards where the grapes are grown benefit from a combination of ideal climate, soil, and altitude, resulting in grapes with excellent ripeness and concentration. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the best grapes, followed by a long aging period in oak barrels, which imparts complexity and depth to the wine. The style of this Gran Reserva is characterized by its rich and medium-bodied nature, with flavors of dark fruits, spice, and well-integrated oak. It is a wine that exemplifies the elegance and tradition of Rioja.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
The Bodegas Olarra Añares Rioja Gran Reserva is an exceptional wine that showcases the best of Rioja's winemaking tradition.This Gran Reserva is crafted from carefully selected Tempranillo grapes, which are known for their ability to produce wines with great aging potential.
On the nose, it offers a complex bouquet of ripe red fruits, such as cherries and plums, accompanied by elegant notes of figs, tobacco, and spices. These aromas are a result of the wine's extended aging in large American oak barrels.
On the palate, the Bodegas Olarra Añares Rioja Gran Reserva presents a harmonious balance between fruitiness and oak influence. The ripe red fruit flavors continue to shine, complemented by well-integrated tannins and a pleasant acidity. This wine has a medium-bodied structure and a long, lingering finish, leaving a lasting impression.
Due to its extended aging in both oak barrels and bottle, this Gran Reserva has developed a remarkable complexity and depth. It is a wine that can be enjoyed now, but also has the potential to further evolve and improve with additional cellaring.
Overall, the Bodegas Olarra Añares Rioja Gran Reserva is a superb example of a Rioja Gran Reserva, showcasing the region's traditional winemaking techniques and the unique character of Tempranillo grapes. It is a wine that will undoubtedly please both enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Fragrant
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Bold
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Velvety
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (4)
Tempranillo
Grenache
ORIGINS
Winery: Bodegas Olarra
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
4.0
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