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Gran Reserva

2001 Rioja Tempranillo 95% Graciano 5%

The Ontanon Gran Reserva is a remarkable red wine hailing from the esteemed Rioja region, crafted primarily from Tempranillo with a touch of Graciano to enhance its complexity. This vintage from 2001 exhibits a deep garnet hue, captivating the eye and hinting at its maturity. The wine offers a full-bodied experience, beautifully balanced with high acidity that brings a mouthwatering freshness and vibrancy to each sip. Its rich fruit intensity showcases prominent notes of dark cherry and dried plum, intertwined with subtle undertones of leather and spice from its time in oak. The tannins are notably firm yet well-integrated, providing a structured backbone that supports the wine's longevity. As a dry creation, the Ontanon Gran Reserva invites wine lovers to savor its intricacies, making it an outstanding choice for pairing with hearty dishes or enjoying on its own.

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:


Roast Leg of Lamb, 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.

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