La Rioja Alta Gran Reserva 904 ‘Seleccion Especial’ 2015

Description

GRAPE VARIETIES

90% Tempranillo and 10% Graciano

WINE TASTING

La Rioja Alta is one of the best traditional Rioja producers. 904, one of three Gran Reservas in the stable, is only produced in years deemed outstanding (this is the first since 2011). To add further appeal, this vintage is the first time a 904 will bear the designation Selección Especial, the hallmark of a genuinely great Rioja Alta.

Only gifted to exceptional vintages, this joins a list of legendary wines, including the 2010 890 and 2010, 2001 and 1964 vintages of Ardanza. This wine is a must-have for all but the narrowest of cellars. It will comfortably age for decades but can be enjoyed much younger if you want more vibrant fruit and structure.

Medium-high robe with an elegant garnet rim. Great aromatic complexity, with notes of wild strawberry, red cherry, plum, blackberry and cranberry combined with aromas of tobacco, brioche, ground coffee, caramel, cedar and cinnamon blossom. The alcohol and acidity are elegantly balanced on the palate and its polished, gentle tannins and freshness provide a smooth and refined mouthfeel. Fine, delicate and very long aftertaste, that will continue to be rounded with time in the bottle, making this new Gran Reserva 904 a wine with great cellaring potential.

FOOD PAIRING.

An ideal wine for the most special occasions and celebrations. Especially recommended with not too spicy meat and fish and chocolate desserts. Ideal as an after-dinner drink.