Federico Paternina
Federico Paternina Gran Reserva
4.0
Expert Rating
3.8
Most Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Federico Paternina Gran Reserva is an exceptional red wine hailing from the Rioja region in Spain. Crafted by the renowned winery Federico Paternina, it's a testament to Rioja's winemaking prowess. This wine is made from a blend of Tempranillo and Garnacha grapes, handpicked from vineyards in the heart of Rioja. Aged for 24 months in American oak barrels, it achieves a remarkable complexity, boasting flavors of ripe red fruits, vanilla, and subtle spice. Federico Paternina Gran Reserva embodies the classic Rioja style, with a harmonious balance of fruit, oak, and a velvety texture. It's the ideal choice for those seeking a well-aged and elegant Spanish red wine.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Federico Paternina Gran Reserva is a prestigious wine from the Rioja region in Spain.On the nose, it offers a complex bouquet of ripe red fruits, such as cherries and plums, along with subtle notes of vanilla, tobacco, and leather. These aromas are a result of the extended aging in oak barrels, which adds depth and complexity to the wine.
On the palate, this Gran Reserva showcases a harmonious balance between fruitiness and oak influence. The ripe red fruit flavors are complemented by well-integrated oak notes, providing a smooth and velvety texture. The wine has a medium to full body, with refined tannins and a long, lingering finish.
Federico Paternina Gran Reserva is a wine that can be enjoyed now, but it also has great aging potential.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (2)
Tempranillo
Grenache
ORIGINS
Winery: Federico Paternina
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
3.8
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