Want wines like this one?

Take our quick quiz to get a selection of bottles matched to your preferences.

Take the Quiz

Gran Reserva

2001 Rioja Tempranillo Graciano

Bodegas Ontanon Gran Reserva is a captivating red wine hailing from the renowned Rioja region, crafted primarily from the esteemed Tempranillo and Graciano varietals. This 2001 vintage showcases a marvelous depth of character, characterized by a full-bodied profile that invites you to delve into its complexity. With well-defined acidity, it maintains a vibrant freshness that harmonizes beautifully with the prominent fruit intensity, revealing notes of dark berries, cherry, and subtle hints of dried plum. The tannins are notably structured, providing a firm backbone while ensuring smoothness on the palate. This wine is beautifully dry, making it an ideal accompaniment to rich meats and aged cheeses. Overall, Bodegas Ontanon Gran Reserva is a polished expression of Rioja's winemaking prowess, perfect for savoring during special occasions or when seeking a truly memorable experience.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Leather

Leather

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Bone Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Grilled Chicken, Roasted Lamb

Region:


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.

Want to discover wines for you?

Take our quiz to see a selection of wines tailored to your tastes.

Take the Quiz