COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Tempranillo, Mazuelo
PRODUCER
La Rioja Alta
REGION
Rioja
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Lat 42 Reserva is a red wine from the DOCa Rioja region of Spain, produced by La Rioja Alta. Primarily made from Tempranillo, with some Mazuelo, this wine is a testament to the traditional winemaking practices of the historic La Rioja Alta winery, founded in 1890. The grapes are sourced from vineyards in the Rioja Alta sub-region, known for its high-altitude sites that yield balanced fruit. The 2018 vintage was a cooler year, contributing to the wine's freshness. La Rioja Alta is recognized for its commitment to sustainability and preserving the classic Rioja style, with vines averaging 40 years of age.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€16
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
A Gold medal winner at the 'Wines of the Year 2022' competition in Finland.
Fact 02
Awarded 'Full points 5/5 and full 2 for value for money' by Viinilehti.
Fact 03
The 2018 vintage saw La Rioja Alta focus its best grapes into this wine due to the cooler year.
Fact 04
Vines used for this wine are approximately 40 years old.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Lat 42 Reserva begins with hand-harvested grapes, collected during the cooler parts of the day. The must undergoes fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. Following this, the wine completes malolactic fermentation. The aging process involves two years in oak barrels: the first year in new American oak, followed by a second year in used barrels (two to three years old). This extended aging period is a key characteristic of a Rioja Reserva.
