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Viña Arana Rioja Gran Reserva
2015
$79.99
La Rioja Alta S.A. was founded in 1890 in Haro, Rioja Alta. La Rioja Alta S.A. owns 4 wineries in Spain including the winery bearing its name. In addition to La Rioja Alta, S.A. the Group own Torre de Oña, a single estate winery located in the heart of Rioja Alavesa, Lagar de Cervera in Rías Baixas, and Áster in Ribera del Duero. The wineries owned by La Rioja Alta S.A. focus on the balance between tradition and modernization of their winemaking, vineyard management and facilities. The group...
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Grapes are transported in small boxes in refrigerated vehicles. Sorted with an optical system, berry by berry. Alcoholic fermentation (19 days) and malolactic fermentation occurred naturally. A selection of wine lots is placed in American oak barrels with an average age of 4 ½ years and made by in-house coopers. After 3 years and traditional rackings every 6 months -by hand and candlelight-, the wine is bottled.
Deep, dark crimson colour with an elegant garnet robe. The nose reveals a wide variety of aromas: red fruit, plums, blackberries, and blueberries with subtle notes of pastry, coffee, caramel, cedar, vanilla and cinnamon creating a fruity and balsamic bouquet. Balanced alcohol and acidity on the palate, with polished, supple tannins that contribute to its refined structure and fresh, delicate mouthfeel, as well as a long, lingering finish.
Aromas of dark plum, raspberry, mocha, mushroom, chocolate, mocha, coconut and cigar box. Full-bodied with ripe, fine tannins and bright acidity. Balanced and supple with a velvety texture. Coffee notes on the long, succulent finish. 95% tempranillo and 5% graciano. Drink or hold.
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