WINE DESCRIPTION
Carlos Serres Rioja Gran Reserva is a highly regarded wine that showcases the expertise of its producer. Hailing from the renowned Rioja appellation, this wine is crafted from carefully selected grapes grown in exceptional vineyards. The vineyard features contribute to the wine's exceptional quality, with ideal soil composition and favorable climate conditions. The winemaking process involves meticulous attention to detail, including extended aging in oak barrels and bottle, resulting in a wine of remarkable complexity and depth. Carlos Serres Rioja Gran Reserva embodies a classic Rioja style, characterized by its elegant structure, balanced acidity, and harmonious integration of fruit and oak flavors.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Carlos Serres Rioja Gran Reserva is a highly regarded wine from the Rioja region in Spain.This wine is known for its exceptional quality and aging potential. It is made primarily from Tempranillo grapes, with small amounts of other local varieties such as Tempranillo and Garnacha.
In terms of appearance, Carlos Serres Rioja Gran Reserva typically has a deep ruby color with hints of brick or garnet at the rim, indicating its age. On the nose, it offers a complex bouquet of ripe red and black fruits, such as cherries, plums, and blackberries, accompanied by notes of vanilla, tobacco, leather, and spices. These aromas are a result of the extended aging in oak barrels, which imparts additional layers of complexity to the wine.
On the palate, Carlos Serres Rioja Gran Reserva showcases a harmonious balance between fruit, oak, and acidity. The tannins are well-integrated and provide a smooth and velvety texture. The wine displays a medium to full body, with flavors of ripe berries, dried fruits, and a touch of earthiness. The oak aging contributes to a long and lingering finish, with hints of vanilla and spice.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grainy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (2)
Garnacha
Tempranillo
ORIGINS
Winery: Carlos Serres
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
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