Viña Arana Gran Reserva 2014 [Red]
Producer: La Rioja Alta, SA
Region: DOC Rioja

Tempranillo 94%, graciano 6%, nurtured in used oak barrels for 3 years (average age of the barrels: 4 1/2 years), bottled June 2018.

Fruit in the forefront (blueberry/blackberry/plum) - a nice blend of fresh & well ripened fruit, there's spice (clove/cardamom) with hint of vanilla, coffee & dark chocolate. Complex. Elegant.
Smooth & silky on the palate with ample fruit, balanced acidity, sweet tannins, cigar box, leather and lots more. The finish goes on and on. Outstanding.

In the past, Viña Arana carried a "Reserva" designation, now upgraded to "Gran Reserva". Enjoyed this bottle with the family & a plateful of "gazpachos manchegos".

[$H]
22 Jan 2021