Remirez de Ganuza Rioja Reserva 2016 750ml

This balanced red laces creamed cherry and wild strawberry fruit with notes of warm spices, tea leaf and vanilla, backed by the bright tang of blood orange peel and pomegranate seed accents. A dense core of chalky tannins is enmeshed in the silky texture, emerging to firm the finish. Drink now through 2031.

• Country: Spain
• Region: La Rioja
• Appellation: Rioja
• Size: 750ml
• Color: Red

Varietal

Tempranillo

There are plenty of notable native Spanish grapes which have made a big impression on the wine world at large, but none are as renowned or as widely loved as the Tempranillo varietal. This black skinned grape has been used for wine making for centuries, with several ancient civilizations noticing the fact that it is highly versatile and holds some delicious flavors and aromas, perfect for those looking for a powerful yet elegant grape for their wines. Tempranillo often causes winemakers some trouble, however, as it is highly susceptible to many diseases. Despite this, plenty continue to persevere with this varietal, as it is perfect for producing delicious and complex single variety and blended wines, packed full of classic Spanish flavors and plenty of aromatic and intense surprises.