Reserva 2016

Wine Description for Reserva 2016 by Remirez de Ganuza

Colour & Appearance

Deep, luminous purple-red with youthful brilliance – a wine that announces its power already in the glass.

Nose

The nose is seductively dense and multi-layered: dark cherries and blackberries meet tobacco, smoke and elegant leather nuances. Spicy wood notes blend seamlessly in, without dominating. The bouquet radiates a remarkable freshness and energy that is positively captivating for a wine of such depth and complexity.

Palate

On the palate, the Reserva unfolds with silky, refined texture and tannins of extraordinary elegance – present, but never intrusive. The wine is powerful and vibrant, with an aroma palette that transitions seamlessly between ripe fruits, smoke and fine spice. Primary, secondary and tertiary aromas exist in a rare, flawless balance.

Finish

Long, intense and sustained – this wine lingers with a pleasant freshness and mineral precision for what feels like an eternity on the palate. A finish that leaves no questions unanswered.

Terroir & Origin

The grapes come from vines over 60 years old from several vineyards in Rioja Alavesa, along the imposing mountain range of the Sierra Cantabria. Old vines, low yields, concentrated fruit – the terroir speaks here in an unmistakably clear language.

Grape Variety & Vinification

The cuvée consists of 88% Tempranillo, complemented by Graciano and Mazuelo – two varieties that lend the wine additional acidity, structure and ageing potential. The wine was aged for 26 months in French (80%) and American (20%) barriques, followed by several years of bottle maturation. A vinification that masterfully unites classic Rioja tradition with modern fruit focus.

Food Pairing Suggestions

An ideal companion to steak – whether a classic grilled chuletón or a tender braised herb-crusted lamb rack. Also a revelation with aged Manchego or Ibérico ham.

Special Characteristics

This wine is the flagship of Remirez de Ganuza – and it wears this title with dignity. Already a pleasure to drink now, but those with patience will be rewarded in 10 to 15 years with a wine that is likely to rank among the great Riojas of its generation.