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Vintage
The 2016 harvest began late and was defined by drought and high temperatures in July and August followed by favourable conditions in September and October. Extensive rainfall throughout the winter months provided adequate hydration for the vines, making it possible to maintain the exceptional health of the grapes and we proceeded with a staggered harvest once they had reached perfect ripeness in each of the vineyard plots. The alcohol content is lower than in the past two years but reached excellent acidity, tannins and colour levels resulting in one of the best vintages in Rioja Alavesa memory.
02/06
Vintage of the wine
2016
03/06
Winemaking
This Gran Reserva was made with the best selection of 100% Tempranillo grapes, which are then de-stemmed and crushed, the must is fermented in Ganimede stainless steel deposits, which use the fermentation process? natural release of carbon dioxide to flood the cap automatically. This innovative method avoids oxidation and better preserves the colour and aromas of the wine. The days of alcoholic fermentation are followed by more days of maceration.
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Aging
The wine was preserved in stainless steel deposits for a period after the second fermentation, then aged in American and French oak barrels for 24 months. Finally, kept in bottles for a minimum of 36 months until it reaches maturity.
06/06
Tasting notes
Colour
Dense centre with a clean, dark cherry tone and medium intensity. The edge shifts to a plum-red colour. Truly abundant tears.
Nose
Powerfully elegant and complex. Ripe wild fruit, honey, liquorice and chocolate with notes of vanilla and pepper. The wood is very well integrated.
Mouth
Strong and intense. Liquorice and dark cherry, it shows good acidity on the fore palate with pleasant, velvety tannins. Balanced and structured with a long, warm aftertaste.
Pairing
Sophisticated rice and pasta dishes, blue fish grilled or in sauce, meat stews, roasted lamb, game, free range chicken and Spanish cured meats. Also goes well with many types of cheese.
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D.O. Ca. Rioja (Alavesa)
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