La Rioja Alta
La Rioja Alta Rioja Gran Reserva 904
4.8
Expert Rating
4.4
Most Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
This wine is a Gran Reserva from the renowned La Rioja Alta winery in the Rioja region of Spain. It is made from a blend of Tempranillo, Graciano, and Mazuelo grapes, aged for an impressive 5 years in American and French oak barrels and a further 2 years in bottle before release. The wine is deep ruby in color, with a nose of ripe cherry, raspberry, and blackberry, along with notes of cedar, spices, and vanilla. On the palate, the wine is smooth and elegant, with a core of ripe red fruit flavors, balanced by juicy acidity and a savory finish. This is an excellent example of a Rioja Gran Reserva, and it will be sure to delight wine enthusiasts.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This La Rioja Alta Rioja Gran Reserva 904 is a remarkable expression of Rioja, with intense aromas of black currant, plum, tobacco and leather.On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and rich, with layers of ripe dark fruit and savory spice. The tannins are well-integrated, and the finish is long and complex. It is an elegant, balanced and impeccably crafted wine that will only improve with age.
EXPERT RATING
4.8
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2037
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:
Silky
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (3)
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.CUSTOMER RATING
4.4
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