COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Tempranillo, Graciano, Maturana
PRODUCER
Barón de Ley
REGION
Rioja
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Baron de Ley Reserva is a red wine from the DOCa Rioja appellation in Spain, produced by Barón de Ley. Primarily crafted from Tempranillo, with potential additions of Graciano and Maturana, it originates from the warm Rioja Oriental sub-region. Founded in 1985 with a philosophy inspired by Bordeaux châteaux, Barón de Ley operates from a historic monastery. The 2021 vintage, rated 'Very Good,' benefited from favorable weather, contributing to the wine's structure and aromatic complexity. This Reserva is characterized by its aging in American oak and bottle, developing a classic Rioja profile.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€13
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The winery is housed in a historic monastery dating back over 500 years.
Fact 02
Grapes are sourced from the winery's own vineyards in Rioja Oriental.
Fact 03
The wine undergoes a minimum of 20 months in American oak casks.
Fact 04
The 2021 vintage was rated 'Very Good' by the DOCa Rioja Control Board.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Baron de Ley Reserva begins with a manual harvest and a rigorous second selection of grapes at the winery. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to manage extraction and preserve aromatics. The wine then undergoes an extensive aging regimen: at least 20 months in American oak casks, followed by a further 24 months of bottle aging before release. This process is designed to create a well-structured, complex, and balanced Rioja Reserva.
