Gran Dominio Rioja Reserva 2019
Gran Dominio Rioja Reserva
Region: Rioja, Spain
Vintage: 2019
Bottle size: 75cl
Grape: Tempranillo
ABV: 13.5%
Red ruby in colour. The nose has aromas of red fruit blended with notes of spice and vanilla from the oak. On the palate, it is fleshy and rich with a long finish.
The Tempranillo and Mazuelo grapes are sourced from gowers in the Rioja Alta or Rioja Alavesa subregions. The vines are a mix of bush vines and trellis trained and have are between 30 to 40 years old and produce low yields of fruit packed full of flavour and capable of standing up to extended periods of ageing in barrel.
After fermentation the wine was aged for 12 months; six months in American oak, from Ohio, followed by a further six months in French oak, from Vosgues. The wine then underwent 24 months bottle ageing prior to release.
The Gran Dominio wines are made with a precision that demonstrates winemaker María Barúa’s eye for detail and understanding of her home region.