Solar de Mendieta Gran Reserva
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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