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Gran Reserva Rioja

1996 Rioja Red Blend

The Urbina Gran Reserva Gran Reserva Rioja is an exceptional red blend that showcases the best of the Rioja region. With its deep red color, this wine exudes sophistication and complexity. The body is full, delivering a rich and robust mouthfeel that leaves a lasting impression. It features a high acidity that brightens the experience, making it a delightful companion for a variety of dishes. The fruit intensity is prominent, revealing layers of black cherry and plum, intertwined with nuanced notes of spice and oak. Tannins are notably firm, providing structure and depth, while the overall profile leans towards dryness, allowing for a refreshing finish. This 1996 vintage exemplifies the remarkable aging potential of Rioja wines, offering a truly gratifying tasting experience.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Leather

Leather

Baking Spice

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
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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