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3.9
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4.3

Viña Olabarri Gran Reserva

Viña Olabarri
2010
2011
$30.00
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750 mL
Wine Type
Red Wine
RegionRioja
Alcohol Level
Country
Spain
SubregionRioja
Drinking Window
GrapesTempranillo
Wine Description:
Viña Olabarri Gran Reserva was founded by Pablo Olabarri Bikandi, who acquire in 1985 a century-old winery from the 19th century on Las Bodegas de Anguciana Street. The need for modern and spacious facilities for wine production led to the construction of new facilities in Haro in 1989, with enough capacity to house 4,000 barrels and a warehouse for aging 800,000 bottles. Currently, it is his son Luis Olabarri who runs the winery. This wine hails from old vines that are meticulously harvested and a careful grape selection takes place for the making of Olabarri's Gran Reservas. The juice naturally goes through the primary fermentation is in stainless steel. The wine is transferred to 20,000L oak tanks for MLF. The wine is then aged in French and American oak barrels with a light toast for 36 months. It lightly fined with egg whites, unfiltered and then and aged another 60 months in bottle prior to release.
Pros:
  • Rich and complex flavor profile
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Cons:
  • May be too intense for those who prefer lighter wines
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User Rating:

3.9
Highly Reviewed

Expert Rating:

4.3

Wine Expert Note:

Viña Olabarri Gran Reserva offers an enticing bouquet of ripe red fruits, such as cherries and plums, accompanied by elegant notes of vanilla, tobacco, and cedar. These aromas are a result of the extended aging in oak barrels, which adds depth and sophistication to the wine. On the palate, Viña Olabarri Gran Reserva is full-bodied and well-structured, with velvety tannins that provide a smooth and luxurious mouthfeel. The flavors of red fruits persist, complemented by additional layers of spice, leather, and earthy undertones. The wine's long and harmonious finish leaves a lasting impression.
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