Rivero Ulecia Chiton Reserva
⏳ Drinking Window
2023 - 2035
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted rack of lamb, grilled ribeye steak, or cured Spanish meats and aged Manchego cheese.
✨ Technical Specifications
Hailing from the historic cellars of the Rivero family, who began their winemaking journey in Rioja in 1899, the Faustino Rivero Ulecia Chitón Reserva is a tribute to over a century of family heritage. This traditional red blend is dominated by Tempranillo, sourced from vineyards that benefit from the warm, Mediterranean-influenced climate of Rioja Oriental. To earn its Reserva status, the wine undergoes a patient aging process of at least three years, including a minimum of 12 months in oak barrels followed by extensive bottle aging. This traditional method tempers the vibrant dark fruit flavors of plum and wild berry with sophisticated layers of vanilla, leather, and sweet spices, resulting in a classic Rioja profile with silky tannins and a lingering, elegant finish.
🍾 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.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Tempranillo, Garnacha, Graciano, Mazuelo