COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2010
GRAPE
Tempranillo, Graciano, Mazuelo
PRODUCER
La Rioja Alta
REGION
Rioja
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
La Rioja Alta Gran Reserva 890 is the esteemed flagship wine of the historic producer La Rioja Alta, S.A., established in 1890. The wine is exclusively produced in vintages deemed exceptional, with the 2010 marking a significant release. Its name pays homage to the winery's founding year, reflecting a deep commitment to tradition and a long-term vision in winemaking. The grapes are sourced from estate-owned vineyards in the Rioja Alta subzone, an area recognized for its favorable climate and soil composition that promotes high-quality fruit. The wine embodies the classical Rioja style, characterized by extended aging periods, a testament to the producer's philosophy of patience and meticulous craftsmanship.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€200
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Named after the winery's founding year, 1890.
Fact 02
Only produced in exceptional vintages.
Fact 03
First release since the acclaimed 2005 vintage.
Fact 04
Aged for six years in American oak barrels.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for La Rioja Alta Gran Reserva 890 begins with hand-harvested grapes from estate vineyards. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel vats, utilizing indigenous yeasts, with Tempranillo and Mazuelo fermented together and Graciano separately, followed by malolactic fermentation. The wine then undergoes an extended six-year aging period in used American oak barrels, with manual rackings performed throughout this time. Finally, the wine is bottled unfiltered to preserve its aromatic integrity and potential for further development.
