Viña Arana Red wine

Discover the exquisite Viña Arana Gran Reserva 2016, a remarkable red wine crafted by the esteemed Bodegas La Rioja Alta. This Gran Reserva embodies the essence of the iconic Tempranillo grape, making up 95% of its composition, sourced from the vineyards of Las Cuevas, El Palo, and Las Monjas in Rodezno, complemented by 5% Graciano from the Montecillo estate in Fuenmayor.

The meticulous winemaking process begins with the careful harvest of Tempranillo, followed by the Graciano, ensuring the grapes are transported in small refrigerated boxes to maintain their integrity. The wines undergo a meticulous fermentation process—16 days for Tempranillo and 18 days for Graciano—before progressing to natural malolactic fermentation. In March 2013, the selected wines were aged in American oak barrels, specially crafted, with an average age of 4.5 years. Over three years of aging, the wines were racked every six months using traditional methods, culminating in a final blend in March 2016 that showcases the perfect balance synonymous with Viña Arana Gran Reserva.

Visually, this wine is a striking cherry-red with a garnet rim. The intense aroma profile features ripe red fruits, red currants, wild strawberries, and black plum jam, leading into complex tertiary notes from its careful oak aging, including vanilla, cedar, tobacco, coffee, caramel, and delightful hints of pastry. On the palate, you will experience a refreshing initial burst accompanied by the firm structure typical of this label. It is elegantly balanced with soft, sweet tannins and a complex finish, where the flavors of ripe red fruits and balsamic notes mingle beautifully.

Viña Arana Gran Reserva 2016 is particularly recommended to pair with a variety of meats and hearty stews, spiced fish dishes, or decadent chocolate desserts. It also makes for an exquisite after-dinner drink.

Embrace the opportunity to savor this exceptional wine, which holds the potential for further enhancement with aging.