Vina Arana Gran Reserva Rioja Magnum 1.5 lite 2016
Vina Arana Gran Reserva Rioja Magnum 1.5 lite 2016 is a dry, full-bodied red from Graciano, Tempranillo (Rioja, Spain), in the rich, smooth reds style. Tannins are moderate and acidity moderate; oak influence is noticeable. Good with lamb, steak, cheese board, roast pork.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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The debut 2012 of Arana Gran Reserva was awarded a platinum medal at Decanter World Wine Awards and 95 points from James Suckling. This vintage is, without a doubt, even better. We were blown away: the elegance and complexity for the price is simply astonishing. It’s a real baby 904. Hailing from a brilliant vintage that produced perfectly balanced grapes, this wine is one for every Rioja fan’s wine rack. The blend is predominantly Tempranillo, but renowned winemaker Julio Sáenz adds 5% of Graciano to the blend – an addition he claims helps it to age gracefully. The result? A deliciously complex wine awarded 96 points by Decanter. Expect plush flavours of red plum, blackberry and blueberry with developed notes of coffee, vanilla and cinnamon from a lengthy three years ageing in oak. ABV: 14.5%