Cune Gran Reserva
⏳ Drinking Window
2026 - 2042
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Traditional Spanish roast lamb, slow-braised beef stews, and aged Manchego cheese.
✨ Technical Specifications
Founded in 1879 by the Real de Asúa brothers in Haro's legendary Barrio de la Estación, CVNE (Compañía Vinícola del Norte de España) is a cornerstone of Rioja winemaking. The name 'Cune' famously originated from an early clerical misspelling where the 'V' was printed as a 'U', a mistake that became an iconic brand. The Cune Gran Reserva represents the pinnacle of traditional Rioja aging. Crafted primarily from Tempranillo blended with small portions of Graciano and Mazuelo, the grapes are sourced from estate vineyards in Rioja Alta characterized by clay-limestone soils and an Atlantic-influenced climate. In accordance with strict Gran Reserva regulations, the wine undergoes extensive aging, spending at least 24 months in oak barrels followed by a minimum of 36 months maturing in the bottle. This patient process yields a deeply complex red wine boasting integrated tannins, vibrant acidity, and a bouquet of dried red fruits, leather, balsamic notes, and sweet spices.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1879 by brothers Raimundo and Eusebio Real de Asúa, the Compañía Vinícola del Norte de España (CVNE) is one of Rioja's foundational and most prestigious historic bodegas, headquartered in the iconic Barrio de la Estación in Haro, Spain. Still under the stewardship of the founding family's descendants, CVNE harmoniously bridges traditional winemaking heritage with pioneering technical innovation across its distinct estates and cellars. The estate is celebrated for crafting world-renowned, age-worthy wines characterized by elegance, structure, and balance, predominantly driven by Tempranillo and native Riojan varieties. Among its celebrated portfolio are legendary classic benchmarks such as Imperial, Viña Real, and the single-estate icon Viñedos del Contino.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Tempranillo, Garnacha, Graciano, Mazuelo