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La Rioja Alta 890 Selección Especial 2001 5046456
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Closed
17 Jul 2023
Bottle Details
Rioja Alta 890 is La Rioja Alta's most prized wine- A Tempranillo dominant (95%) blend from some of the estates oldest vineyards; matured for 6-7 years in American Oak barrels - far exceeding the minimum requirements for classification as a Gran Reserva.
La Rioja Alta 890 'Selección Especial' 2001 Rioja Gran Reserva
The Rioja Alta 890 is the estates most prized wine- A Tempranillo dominant (95%) blend; matured for 6-7 years in American Oak barrels - far exceeding the minimum requirements for classification as a Gran Reserva.
Rioja is arguably Spain's top wine region and is one of only two regions classified under the Denominación de Origen Calificada (DOCa) system. Other than Tempranillo and Garnacha, Graciano and Mazuelo (Carignan) are also used in the red wines of Rioja.
Established in 1890, La Rioja Alta continues to be one of the benchmarks for traditionally produced Rioja wine today.
Producer
Vintage
2001
ABV
13.5%
Type
Red Wine
Size
75cl
Closure
Cork
Grape Varietal
Producer
La Rioja Alta
La Rioja Alta is a renowned wine producer located in the Rioja region of northern Spain. Established in 1890, it is one of the oldest and most respected wineries in the region. La Rioja Alta is known for producing traditional, high-quality Rioja wines, including reds and whites.
Location
8 Av. Vizcaya, 26200 Haro, La Rioja, Spain
Owner
Guillermo de Aranzabal
Geography
Spain
Spain is one of the largest wine-producing countries in the world and is known for its rich and flavourful red wines, particularly those from the Rioja region.
Classification
Gran Reserva DOCa
Gran Reserva DOCa refers to a high-quality category of Spanish wine, specifically within the Denominación de Origen Calificada (DOCa) system, which is the country’s most stringent designation for origin and quality—currently held by only Rioja and Priorat. Wines labeled Gran Reserva must meet strict aging requirements: at least five years total aging, with a minimum of two years in oak barrels and three years in the bottle before release. These wines are typically produced only in exceptional vintages and from the finest grapes, often showcasing remarkable elegance, complexity, and longevity. Gran Reserva red wines are known for their refined structure, integrated oak, and layered flavors of dried fruit, spice, tobacco, and earth. White and rosé Gran Reservas also exist, requiring at least four years of aging, including six months in oak. The Gran Reserva DOCa label is a symbol of both patience and craftsmanship, representing the pinnacle of traditional Spanish winemaking.
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