NV Assortment Case
⏳ Drinking Window
Varies by specific bottling, with Reservas typically drinking beautifully over 5 to 15 years, while the prestigious Gran Reservas possess the structure to age gracefully for 15 to 30+ years from their respective vintages.
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Traditional roast lamb, cured Spanish meats and aged Manchego cheese, or hearty beef stews.
✨ Technical Specifications
Bodegas Faustino, located in the Rioja Alavesa region of Spain, is an iconic estate with a winemaking heritage dating back to 1861. This assortment case showcases the traditional mastery of Faustino's red Rioja portfolio, famously represented by the flagship Faustino I Gran Reserva with its distinctive frosted bottle and Rembrandt portrait label. Crafted primarily from Tempranillo, alongside traditional blending partners like Graciano and Mazuelo, these wines reflect the unique clay-limestone soils and microclimate of Alavesa. The estate is celebrated for its commitment to extensive oak aging, utilizing both American and French barrels to develop the complex, silky, and savory character—marked by notes of dried cherry, leather, vanilla, and sweet spice—that defines classic Rioja.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1861 by Eleuterio Martínez Arzok, Bodegas Faustino is an iconic, family-owned estate situated in Oyón within Spain's prestigious Rioja Alavesa region. Now guided by the fourth generation of the Martínez Zabala family, the winery oversees more than 650 hectares of prime vineyards across Rioja, championing traditional viticulture alongside meticulous barrel-aging programs. Globally recognized by its distinctive frosted glass bottles and historic Rembrandt portrait labels, the house is celebrated for its classically styled, elegant wines—most notably the flagship Faustino I Gran Reserva, accompanied by acclaimed Reservas, expressive Crianzas, and refreshing traditional-method Cavas.