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Altos De La Guardia Tempranillo Reserva

2004 Rioja Tempranillo

Altos De La Guardia Tempranillo Reserva from the renowned Rioja region is a captivating red wine that beautifully exemplifies the characteristics of the Tempranillo varietal. This wine boasts an elegant body that delivers a well-rounded mouthfeel, inviting you to savor each sip. The acidity is bright and lively, providing a refreshing backbone that balances the richness of the wine. With pronounced fruit intensity, it showcases delightful notes of dark cherry and plum, intertwined with subtle hints of oak and spice from its time in barrel. The tannins are notable yet refined, contributing to a structured finish that enhances its overall complexity without overpowering the palate. This vintage, with its compelling depth and character, is a testament to the exceptional winemaking traditions of Rioja, making it a true treasure for wine enthusiasts.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Leather

Leather

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Bone Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Pairs well with:


Beef Stew, Roasted Lamb, Braised Lamb Shanks

Region:


Rioja
Rioja

If you want to understand Spain, pour yourself a glass of Rioja. This historic northern region produces some of the country's most famous wines, typically mature, savory reds that go majestically with roast lamb. Rioja's vineyards trace the flow of the Ebro River through a valley protected by the nearby Cantabrian Mountains. Tempranillo, Garnacha and Graciano are the key red grapes, with Viura leading the white grapes. There are three main classifications of red wines: Gran Reserva (aged for five years, at least two in barrel), Reserva (aged for three years, one in barrel), and Crianza (aged for two years, one in barrel). Other wines can be young and unoaked—an increasingly popular style that shows off Rioja's modern face.

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