2015, ‘904 Selección Especial’ Gran Reserva, La Rioja Alta S.A.

Silky, elegant Rioja Gran Reserva with layered complexity, finesse, and the hallmark aging potential of La Rioja Alta.

About the Winery: Established in 1890 in Haro’s historic railway quarter, La Rioja Alta S.A. is a benchmark for classically styled Rioja. The estate blends artisanal traditions—such as candlelit manual racking and in-house barrel coopering—with modern sustainability practices and precise winemaking. In 1996, a state-of-the-art winery was built in Labastida to enhance fruit purity, and today the estate is consistently ranked among the world’s most admired wine brands:contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}.

Grape Variety: 89% Tempranillo, 11% Graciano

Appearance: Deep ruby with garnet highlights, showing maturity and clarity.

Aroma: Wild strawberry, red cherry, and plum, enhanced by layers of tobacco, cedar, brioche, vanilla, caramel, and cinnamon blossom:contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}.

Palate: Silky and refined with vibrant red fruit, sweet oak spice, and savoury undertones, finishing long, harmonious, and complex after eight years of aging.

Body: Medium-Full – elegant structure with velvety texture and balance.

Acidity: Medium – freshens the palate and sustains longevity.

Cellaring Potential: Ready to enjoy now but capable of graceful evolution through 2035 and beyond.

Perfect Pairing: Roast suckling pig, Iberico pork cheeks, or mature Manchego cheese with membrillo.

Serving Temperature: 17–18°C

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