COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Tempranillo
PRODUCER
La Rioja Alta, S.A.
REGION
Rioja
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Lat 42 Reserva is a red wine from the Rioja DOCa, produced by Bodegas La Rioja Alta, S.A. It is primarily made from 100% Tempranillo grapes, sourced from the producer's vineyards in the Rioja Alta sub-region. The winery, established in 1890, is dedicated to traditional winemaking practices, emphasizing quality and a connection to their terroir. Their approach balances heritage with a continuous drive for improvement, reflecting a long-standing commitment to producing distinguished Rioja wines.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€22
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
La Rioja Alta, S.A. has its own cooperage, ensuring meticulous control over their oak barrels.
Fact 02
Vineyards are situated at elevations between 500-600 meters.
Fact 03
The wine undergoes a minimum of two years of barrel aging.
Fact 04
The producer owns over 450 hectares of vineyards across Rioja.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Lat 42 Reserva begins with hand-harvested Tempranillo grapes, which are cooled to 14°C post-harvest. After fermentation, the wine undergoes malolactic conversion. It is then aged for two years in American oak barrels, with the first year in new oak and the second in used barrels. This extended period in oak is a defining characteristic of the wine's development.
