La Rioja Alta Viña Ardanza Reserva 2017
Rioja DOCa
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With 95 Suckling points, Viña Ardanza is one of the best releases of a vintage that “produced some beautiful and classical wines” (WA). Made by the legendary La Rioja Alta, with 3 years ageing in barrel, the wine is complex, long and intriguing.
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Wine Details
- Red - Medium to Full Bodied
- Fine wine
Spain- Garnet Ruby
- Tempranillo-based blend
- 10.875 Units
- 14.5% ABV
- 750 ml
- 31 December 2030
Flavour Profile
Tasting notes
Silky, mature red fruits, freshness, truffle and walnut complexity
Aroma
Savoury, with hints of walnuts, orange peel, red fruits, sweet spices
Allergy information
Contains Sulphites
The Wine
La Rioja Alta has been a pioneering bodega since it was founded in 1890. It excels by applying traditional winemaking techniques in its state-of-the-art, purpose-built cellar. In the 2017 vintage the winemaker added a portion of Garnacha from the La Pedriza vineyard. This beautifully complements the richly layered Tempranillo, sourced from the estate’s 30-year-old vines, set at 600-metres altitude. All grapes – Tempranillo and Garnacha – were harvested by hand prior to a careful, temperature-controlled fermentation. This was followed by three years’ ageing in American oak casks made on the estate’s century-old cooperage. Never released before 6 years after vintage, it’s beginning to drink well – a classic with lamb. Open early and decant.
La Rioja Alta has been a pioneering bodega since it was founded in 1890. It exce...
Round and silky on the palate with lovely spices and a long, nicely saline finish
James Suckling, critic
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