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Viña Real Gran Reserva

1996 Rioja Tempranillo

The Vina Real Gran Reserva, a remarkable vintage from 1996, embodies the classic elegance of Rioja through its stunning Tempranillo varietal. This red wine showcases a medium body that reveals its strength while maintaining a graceful profile. It features bright acidity that adds a refreshing lift, enhancing the overall experience. The fruit intensity is prominent, offering lush notes of ripe cherry, blackberry, and subtle hints of plum, all harmoniously intertwined with gentle spice and earthy undertones. The tannins are notable, providing structure and depth without overpowering the palate, while the dryness captures the refined essence of a well-aged Gran Reserva. This wine is a testament to the artistry of winemaking in Rioja, promising a complex and enjoyable tasting journey.

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

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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