La Rioja Alta Vina Arana Rioja Gran Reserva
Deep ruby color with aromas of red cherries, plums, and blackberries, plus notes of vanilla, tobacco, and spice. Rich flavors of ripe red fruit, cocoa, and a touch of earthiness with tobacco and smoke. La Rioja Alta, S.A. was founded in 1890 and has since been dedicated to producing high-quality wines that reflect the historic winemaking heritage of the Rioja region. The winery combines traditional methods with modern techniques to craft wines of exceptional style and aging potential.
Classification: Gran Reserva DOC
Grape Varietal: Tempranillo
Feature: Sustainable, Organic
Country: Spain
Region: Rioja
Appellation: Rioja Alta
Grape Profile: Tempranillo grapes generally exhibit flavors of plum and berries, accompanied by notes of tobacco, cedar, and leather from oak aging. The wines tend to have a noticeably deep ruby color, medium to high tannin levels, and medium acidity.
Region Profile: Rioja is one of Spain’s most iconic wine regions. Located in the north-central part of Spain, mainly along the Ebro River valley. It's shielded by the Sierra de Cantabria mountains to the north and the Sierra de la Demanda mountains to the south. The region is divided into three main sub-regions (Rioja Alavesa, Rioja Alta and Rioja Oriental).
Pair with: Steak. Tapas and charcuterie like chorizo and morcilla. Roasted and braised meats like lamb, chicken and red meats. Wide range of cheeses from asiago, manchego to cheddar.
