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Vina Arana Reserva 2006
Rioja / Rioja Alta
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Balsamic and tea flavors wreathe notes of dried cherry, tobacco and vanilla in this traditional red. Light tannins and racy acidity support the round, gentle texture. An expressive version. Drink now through 2018. Score: 90 Winespectator.com, Wine Spectator Maturity: 2015-2018 31 August 2015 |
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The 2006 Viña Arana Reserva is a blend of Tempranillo with 5% Mazuelo (aka Cariñena) fermented with natural yeasts and had a slow malolactic fermentation of 56 days after which the wine was put in barrel in July 2007 where they matured for three years being racked every six months before they were bottled in December 2010. It feels like a ripe red, with notes of forest floor, dark cherries, spices and hints of leather, hung game, smoke and toasted notes. The palate is lush, and polished, with a velvety texture and moderate acidity. It is ready to be enjoyed now and able to stand the test of time. And all that at a very good price. La Rioja Alta celebrates its 125th anniversary in 2015. Last year, I only tasted three wines from La Rioja Alta and I tasted six this time. The quality is as good as ever, with superb wines from the almost-perfect 2005 vintage coming into the market. Great Rioja, as traditional as it gets, in good quantity and moderate (and often plain great) prices. Score: 92 Luis Gutiérrez, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2015-2025 30 April 2015 |