Lan Rioja Reserva 2013
$44.99
6 PACK BUY
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Description
Bodgega LAN was founded in 1972. LAN acronym based on the initials of each of the three provinces that form the D.O.Ca. Rioja: Logroño (currently part of La Rioja), Alava and Navarra.
Bodegas LAN’s estate Viña Lanciano Vineyard parallels the Ebro river and is set on 72 hectares. The vineyard has 24 plots, and is planted to Tempranillo, Mazuelo, Graciano and Garnacha vines, aged on average up to 60 years. During harvest grapes are hand-harvested and once in the winery, bunches and grains are individually selected by hand prior to fermentation.
92% Tempranillo and 8% Graciano from 20-25 year old vines in Rioja Alta and Rioja Alavesa. Fermented in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks for 3 weeks with constant pumpingover in order to develop fruit and colour. Aged in a combination of American and French hybrid barrels (American staves and French oak heads built in the same barrel) oak for at least 16 months, followed by 24 months in bottle.
2013 growing season has delivered beautifully balanced fruit here in this smart offering
Bright deep garnet colour. Aromas of red fruits blended with notes of vanilla and spices. Beautifully structured with a fleshy and filling mouthfeel. 13.5% alc.
Review of 2010 vintage:
Wine Spectator “Blackberry, pomegranate and orange peel flavors mingle in this lively red. Sweet-tart acidity imparts a slightly candied character, while chewy tannins keep this grounded.”
RRP $53 6 PACK BUY $44.99 when you buy 6
Additional information
Producer | Bodega LAN |
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Region or Country | Rioja, Spain |
Variety | Tempranillo |
Vintage | 2013 |
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