COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Tempranillo, Graciano
PRODUCER
Bodegas Izadi
REGION
Rioja
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Izadi Reserva is a red wine from the Rioja D.O.C.a. in Spain, specifically from the Rioja Alavesa sub-region. Produced by Bodegas Izadi, the 2020 vintage is primarily made from 100% Tempranillo, with some sources noting a small addition of Graciano. The winery, founded in 1987, is part of the Artevino Group and emphasizes creating modern, food-friendly wines, with its name 'Izadi' meaning 'Nature' in Basque, reflecting a commitment to sustainability. The wine originates from old vines, averaging 45-50 years in age, grown at high altitudes on clay-chalk soils. This Reserva is designed to be a contemporary expression of Rioja Alavesa, showcasing the quality of its terroir and its connection to gastronomy.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
When to drink
Now or Later
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Izadi means 'Nature' in Basque, reflecting the winery's sustainable ethos.
Fact 02
Vineyards are at high altitudes (450-550m) for concentrated fruit.
Fact 03
The wine is aged for 16 months in a mix of American and French oak.
Fact 04
Bodegas Izadi was founded by a family with a Michelin-starred restaurant background.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Izadi Reserva begins with manual harvesting of the grapes. Following destemming, the fruit is fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, where malolactic fermentation also takes place. The wine is then aged for 16 months in a combination of American (approximately 73%) and French (approximately 27%) oak barrels, with a portion of the barrels being new. This careful vinification and aging process aims to create a balanced and complex wine.
