This exquisite La Rioja Alta Gran Reserva 890 is a vintage Tempranillo blend with a complex and nuanced flavor profile. Aromas of dark cherry, ripe raspberry, and blackberry mingle with earthy notes of leather, tobacco, and cedar. On the palate, this red is smooth and balanced, with ripe tannins, notes of baking spices, and a long, lingering finish. An ideal choice for special occasions, the La Rioja Alta Gran Reserva 890 is sure to impress.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This La Rioja Alta Gran Reserva 890 is a deep and powerful Rioja with a nose of intense aromas of ripe blackberry, blueberry and black cherry, with hints of licorice, tobacco and sweet spices.On the palate, it is full-bodied and robust, with excellent balance, complex flavors and a long, lingering finish. With its impeccable structure and impressive length, this is a wine that will reward those who cellar it for years to come.
EXPERT RATING
4.8
DRINKING WINDOW
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Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Non-Alcoholic
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (3)
Tempranillo
Mazuelo
Graciano
Tempranillo
Mazuelo
Graciano
Tempranillo
Mazuelo
ORIGINS
Winery: La Rioja Alta
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.