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Altanza's Reserva, flagship since 1998, 100% estate Tempranillo, Rioja Alta clay-limestone.
Hand-harvested, aged 18 months in French oak, 18 months in bottle.
Rich berry, vanilla, silky tannin, refined, built to age.
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Description
Bodegas Altanza Rioja Reserva 2017 represents the forward-thinking approach of Altanza, founded in 1998 in the heart of Rioja Alta and known for blending tradition with innovation. The 2017 vintage is crafted from hand-harvested Tempranillo, fermented in stainless steel to capture varietal purity, then aged for 18 months in French oak barrels to impart structure and aromatic complexity. This Reserva delivers concentrated black cherry and cassis layered with cedar, tobacco leaf and sweet spice, framed by fine tannins and a lingering, elegant finish. Ready to drink on release yet age-worthy for a decade, this wine shines with slow-cooked lamb, chargrilled vegetables or hard Spanish cheeses. Bottled under natural cork to preserve authenticity and evolution in the cellar.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Palate:Tobacco
Food Pairings:
Cheese
Pork
Red Meat
Description
Bodegas Altanza Rioja Reserva 2017 represents the forward-thinking approach of Altanza, founded in 1998 in the heart of Rioja Alta and known for blending tradition with innovation. The 2017 vintage is crafted from hand-harvested Tempranillo, fermented in stainless steel to capture varietal purity, then aged for 18 months in French oak barrels to impart structure and aromatic complexity. This Reserva delivers concentrated black cherry and cassis layered with cedar, tobacco leaf and sweet spice, framed by fine tannins and a lingering, elegant finish. Ready to drink on release yet age-worthy for a decade, this wine shines with slow-cooked lamb, chargrilled vegetables or hard Spanish cheeses. Bottled under natural cork to preserve authenticity and evolution in the cellar.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Palate:
Tobacco
Food Pairings:
Cheese
Pork
Red Meat
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Tobacco
Cheese
Pork
Red Meat