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Solar de Mendieta Gran Reserva
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REGION

RIOJA ALTA

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VARIETY

Tempranillo (97%) and Graciano (3%) from 30+ year old vineyards.

 

VINEYARDS

Proprietary vineyards in San Vicente de la Sonsierra.

 

ELABORATION

Traditional, 100% destemmed. 24 months in American oak Bordelaise barrels.
Age of the barrels: 25% new oak, 75% maximum of 3 wines.

 

ALCOHOL CONTENT

14,5% vol.
 

COLOR

Intense cherry-brick red, brilliant

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TASTING NOTES

Garnet red cherry. Intense aroma, fragrant, complex with aromatic notes, mature red fruits, balsamic, truffle, vanilla and toast. On the palate it is vigorous, fresh, silky with a good presence of mature taninns and a development of complex aromas. Red fruits perfectly integrated with touches of balsamic, coffee and oak. Long lasting finish with hints of fruit, spice and cocoa.

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SERVING TEMPERATURE

Ideally between 16-18° C

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CULINARY

All kinds of dishes with strong, intense flavors, game, dark meats, stews, grilled meats, cheeses, etc.

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