La Rioja AltaGran Reserva 904 Selección Especial 2015

Product code: 18857
£73.95 inc VAT
Spain
Red Wine from
Rioja, Spain
Country
Country: Spain
Region
Region: Rioja
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: La Rioja Alta
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14.5%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Julio Sáenz Fernandez
Grape
Grape: Graciano, Tempranillo
Grape: 90% Tempranillo, 10% Graciano
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Country
Country: Spain
Region
Region: Rioja
Type
Type: Red Wine
Winery
Winery: La Rioja Alta
Alcohol
Alcohol: 14.5%
Volume
Volume: 750 ml
Winemaker
Winemaker: Julio Sáenz Fernandez
Grape
Grape: Graciano, Tempranillo
Grape: 90% Tempranillo, 10% Graciano

Product Notes

La Rioja Alta Gran Reserva 904 Selección Especial is a Spanish red wine of unparalleled quality. This exquisitely crafted vintage is blended from Tempranillo and Graciano grapes and maturing for four years, exuding sophistication. Its ruby hue hints at an intensified palate, boasting ripe red fruits, prominent spices and toasted nuances, underscored by sweet, soft tannins. The wine signifies the devotion to crafting authentic wine, reflecting the rich heritage and uniqueness of the Rioja region. Its balance, elegance, and strength evoke a captivating complexity, making La Rioja Alta Gran Reserva 904 Selección Especial a superior and remarkably noteworthy wine.

Tasting Notes

Medium-high robe with an elegant garnet rim. Great aromatic complexity, with notes of wild strawberry, red cherry, plum, blackberry and cranberry combined with aromas of tobacco, brioche, ground coffee, caramel, cedar and cinnamon blossom. The alcohol and acidity are elegantly balanced on the palate and its polished, gentle tannins and freshness provide a smooth and refined mouthfeel. Fine, delicate and very long aftertaste, that will continue to be rounded with time in the bottle, making this new Gran Reserva 904 a wine with great cellaring potential.

About the Winery

La Rioja Alta

Situated in the heart of Spain's premium wine-making region, La Rioja Alta is one of the most respected and revered wineries. This prestigious establishment lays claim to a rich and colourful history, an arduous journey which began in 1890.

Immersed in the lush, verdant panorama of northern Spain, La Rioja Alta winery nestles amid rolling vineyards. It combines tradition and innovation to create inviting, sumptuous wines of uncompromising quality. Its proffered wines are symbolic to the illustrious wine-making heritage of Rioja, drawing both casual drinkers and connoisseurs from all walks of life.

The vineyard's insistence on traditional wine-making methods, supporting them with modern techniques has immortalised its impressive essence. La Rioja Alta’s attention to detail is phenomenal; every grape is meticulously handpicked and the winery’s deliberate vinification process is equally ardent. From ageing the wines in premium American oak barrels to cherry-picking the optimum grape varietals, every stage has a part in creating the unique flavours that have become synonymous with the La Rioja Alta name.

Accented with notes of luscious fruits, toasted vanilla and hints of spice, their wines portray a fascinating profile that tells the tale of the land itself, Each bottle, acts as a time capsule, capturing the terroir, the climate, and the raw emotions of the seasons they’ve gracefully endured.

A visit to the La Rioja Alta winery does not just offer an opportunity to sample world-class wines, it lends a peek into the heart of Spain's viticultural heritage. The spectacular estate, steeped in history and nestled against the backdrop of a breath-taking landscape, promises a truly experiential journey, taking you beyond its cellars and vineyards.

As purveyors of the finest Spanish wines: La Rioja Alta never fails to bring to the table, truly magnificent reflections of Spain's vineyard culture.

https://www.riojalta.com

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