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Gran Reserva 890

2005 Rioja Red Blend

The Chelsea Ventures, LLC Gran Reserva 890 is a captivating red blend hailing from the renowned Rioja region, celebrated for its exceptional winegrowing conditions. This beautiful vintage, crafted in 2005, showcases a deep red color that draws you in. The wine exhibits a full-bodied profile, delivering a lush and satisfying mouthfeel that elegantly coats the palate. With a high acidity that invigorates the senses, this wine boasts a fruit intensity that is both prominent and enticing, featuring notes of ripe blackberries and cherries intertwined with subtle spice. The tannins are well-structured, providing a firm backbone that enhances the wine's age-worthiness and depth. On the dryness scale, it is well-balanced, making it an impeccable choice for pairing with rich dishes or enjoying on its own. The Gran Reserva status reflects its meticulous craftsmanship and the potential for further aging, promising a delightful experience for any wine enthusiast.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Leather

Leather

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

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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