COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Tempranillo
PRODUCER
Dominio Alto
REGION
Rioja
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - Low
Finish
Intensity
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Dominio Alto Reserva is a red wine from Spain's Rioja DOCa. Produced by Dominio Alto, it is primarily crafted from Tempranillo grapes. The wine is noted for its classic profile and has garnered recognition for its quality relative to its price, making it a notable selection for consumers seeking established Rioja characteristics. The producer is based in the renowned Rioja region, a significant area for Spanish wine production.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€10
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
A Rioja Reserva requires a minimum of 36 months aging, with at least 12 months in oak.
Fact 02
This wine spent 18 months in a mix of European and American oak barrels.
Fact 03
It has been recognized with a Gold Medal at the Berlin Summer Tasting 2024.
Fact 04
The wine is available in the permanent assortment at Systembolaget in Sweden.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Dominio Alto Reserva undergoes a winemaking process that includes extended aging, a requirement for the Rioja Reserva classification. This wine was matured for 18 months in a mix of European and American oak barrels, with some portions also seeing time in French oak. This aging process is a key technique that contributes to the wine's developed and spicy character, as well as its textural elements. The selection of oak types influences the final profile of the wine.
