Real de Asua
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Typically best enjoyed 8 to 25 years from the vintage, as its robust structure and vibrant acidity allow it to develop complex tertiary notes of forest floor, leather, and spice over decades.
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Slow-roasted milk-fed lamb, grilled dry-aged ribeye steak, and mature Spanish cheeses such as Manchego.
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Crafted as a prestigious tribute to the founding brothers of CVNE, Eusebio and Raimundo Real de Asua, who established the winery in Haro's historic Barrio de la Estacion in 1879, Real de Asua represents a pinnacle of Rioja Alta winemaking. This cuvee is sourced from select, high-altitude estate vineyards in the cool-climate enclave of Villalba, where Tempranillo grapes thrive on calcareous clay soils. The winemaking process respects both tradition and modernity, utilizing fermentation in oak vats followed by extensive aging in new French oak barrels. The resulting wine is celebrated for its deep concentration, vibrant acidity, and velvety tannins, offering a sophisticated, age-worthy expression of Haro's unique terroir.
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Founded in 1879 by the Real de Asúa brothers in the historic Barrio de la Estación of Haro, Compañía Vinícola del Norte de España (CVNE) is a cornerstone of Rioja winemaking. Still family-controlled today, the estate is celebrated for its harmonious blend of traditional craftsmanship and architectural innovation, featuring a legendary cellar designed by Alexandre Gustave Eiffel's studio. CVNE's philosophy centers on meticulous vineyard management across Rioja Alta and Rioja Alavesa, producing elegant, structurally complex wines aged in fine oak casks. The winery is globally renowned for its iconic labels, including the historic Imperial Gran Reserva, the fruit-forward Viña Real, and the single-estate expression Contino, which collectively define the pinnacle of classic Spanish Tempranillo.