Reservas are only produced in years of exceptional quality - and from the most select vineyards. The Tempranillo is sourced from La Pasada, and the Graciano from La Montesa vineyard. After a long maceration the wine spends 12 months in 60% American and 40% French oak (both used and new), followed by 24 months in bottle.
The Ontanon Rioja Reserva is one of our favourite, classic style Rioja's. It has a great depth of flavour and fruit that delivers a beautifully structured wine to enjoy for years to come. This wine has aromas of bramble fruit with spice and lightly floral notes. On the palate plum and ripe blackberry fruit flavours combine with ample acidity, minerality and earthy notes. Tannins are smooth and supple as you would expect from an eight year old wine, and it is drinking beautifully. Drink this Reserva with lamb, roast pork or mushroom risotto.
Country: Spain
Region: Rioja
Grapes: Tempranillo 95%, Graciano 5%
ABV: 14%
Volume: 75cl
Vintage: 2015
Suitable for Vegetarians: No
Suitable for Vegans: No
Awards: 2015 Vintage: Decanter World Wine Awards 2021 - Silver