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Gran Reserva 904

1997 Rioja Red Blend

La Rioja Alta Gran Reserva 904 from the esteemed 1997 vintage is a captivating red blend that embodies the classic elegance of Rioja. This wine showcases a deep ruby color that hints at its age and sophistication. With a full-bodied structure, it delivers a wonderful balance of high acidity and fruit intensity, presenting an array of ripe cherry and blackcurrant notes layered with subtle hints of leather, spice, and vanilla from the oak aging. The tannins are notable yet refined, providing a firm backbone that promises excellent aging potential. As a dry wine, it is food-friendly and pairs beautifully with rich meats and savory dishes, making it a delightful choice for any special occasion.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Leather

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

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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