Izarbe Gran Reserva Tempranillo - Bodegas Familia Chavarri

D.O.Ca Rioja - Izarbe

Aromatic and envelopingly rich

Grape Variety:

100% Tempranillo

Vinification:

Made from grapes chosen one cluster at a time from our vines at El Fresno, vineyard in Laguardia, Rioja Alavesa. Fermentation of destemmed grapes takes place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 28 ºC to 30ºC. Macerated for 3 weeks with frequent pumpovers to ensure good colour extraction and smooth, round tannins.

Ageing:

Aged for 24 months in Allier oak barrels and 36 months in bottle.

Location:

Rioja Alavesa

Municipality:

Laguardia

Altitude:

750m

Vine training:

Goblet

Planting density:

2.500 vines/hectare

Soil type:

Limestone clay

Annual rainfall:

550 mm

Aspect:

Bright, dark cherry red, with good depth and light brick rim.

Aroma:

Intense primary aromas, fresh and harmonious combined notes from oak ageing. Outstanding aromas of candied red fruit and spices underscored by mineral notes.

Mouth:

Sweet, ripe tannins in the mouth. Elegant, balanced mouth. Harmonious, pleasant, long aftertaste.

Temperature:

Serve at 18º C to 19 ºC.

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Izarbe Blanco Izarbe Reserva Tempranillo

Tempranillo

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