COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2011
GRAPE
Tempranillo, Mazuelo, Graciano
PRODUCER
Bodegas Beronia
REGION
Rioja
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Beronia Rioja Gran Reserva 2011 is a red wine from Bodegas Beronia, located in the Rioja Alta sub-region of Spain. Founded in 1973, Bodegas Beronia is known for its dedication to traditional Rioja winemaking practices, combined with a focus on sustainability and innovation. The wine is primarily made from Tempranillo, with smaller amounts of Mazuelo and Graciano. As a Gran Reserva, it undergoes significant aging, exceeding the minimum requirements for the Denominación de Origen Calificada (DOCa) Rioja classification. This extended maturation, particularly in French oak barrels and subsequent bottle aging, is a key characteristic that sets this wine apart.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€43
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
A Gran Reserva from Rioja must age for at least 5 years, with 2 in oak and 3 in bottle.
Fact 02
Bodegas Beronia's winery design incorporates sustainability, optimizing energy efficiency.
Fact 03
The blend typically includes around 90% Tempranillo, the heart of Rioja.
Fact 04
French oak barrels are predominantly used for aging Beronia's Gran Reserva.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Beronia Rioja Gran Reserva begins with a slow and controlled fermentation designed to enhance color and aroma extraction. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes an extensive aging period. It is matured for over two years in French oak barrels, a process that contributes significantly to its structure and flavor profile. Subsequently, the wine is aged in the bottle for a minimum of three years before its release. This extended maturation, both in oak and bottle, is a defining characteristic of the Gran Reserva classification and is crucial in developing the wine's complexity and finesse.
