Anciano Rioja No. 10 Gran Reserva
WHY WE LOVE IT
- Anciano Rioja Crianza comes from leading producer Criadores de Rioja located near Logroño, at the heart of Rioja Alta. The winery belongs to a family with one of the longest traditions in Rioja winemaking and their winemaker has access to some of the finest wines in the region.
- Gran Reserva wines are aged for a minimum of 5 years with 2+ years in oak barrels and 2 years in bottle.
- Vegan Friendly!
Varietal Composition: Tempranillo, Graciano, Mazuelo
Elaboration: The grapes – a mix of Tempranillo, Graciano and Mazuelo – are grown in high altitude vineyards (300-500m) on gravel and sandy soils and hand-harvested in late September from a selection of the oldest bush-trained, low-yielding, vines with an average age of over 50 years. Fermentation is in stainless steel tanks with the temperature controlled at 30°C and then maceration is for around 10 days. The resulting wine is aged in American oak barrels for 24 months and then for an extended period in bottle. This results in the perfect traditional Gran Reserva balance of fruit and oak flavors.
Tasting Notes: Bright red wine with garnet rim, turning to brick, showing its extended ageing in barrels and bottle. Complex aromas of mature dark fruit, vanilla and cinnamon spice with mineral notes. It has a velvety smooth texture with a harmonious long finish, fresh and a delicious balsamic character. Ageing potential 10-15 years. Suitable for Vegetarians and Vegans.
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2015 – 93 Wine Enthusiast
PRODUCER BACKGROUND
Anciano Rioja Reserva comes from leading producer Criadores de Rioja located near Logroño, at the heart of Rioja Alta. The winery belongs to a family with one of the longest traditions in Rioja winemaking and our winemaker has access to some of the finest wines in the region. Reserva wines are aged for a minimum of 3 years with at least 1 year in oak barrels and 6 months in bottle.