Solar de Mendieta Gran Reserva

REGION
RIOJA ALTA
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
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.
SERVING TEMPERATURE
Ideally between 16-18° C
CULINARY
All kinds of dishes with strong, intense flavors, game, dark meats, stews, grilled meats, cheeses, etc.