V Reserva
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Typically best enjoyed 5 to 12 years from the vintage date, though well-stored bottles can continue to develop complexity for up to 15 years.
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Roast lamb with rosemary, grilled ribeye steak, or cured Spanish cheeses like Manchego.
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Bodegas Faustino, located in the historic town of Oyón within Rioja Alavesa, has been a pillar of Spanish winemaking since its founding in 1861. The Faustino V Reserva is a quintessential representation of classic Rioja, instantly recognizable by its distinctive frosted bottle adorned with a Rembrandt portrait. This red blend is dominated by Tempranillo, complemented by a touch of Mazuelo, sourced from vineyards planted in clay-limestone soils. Following traditional Rioja Reserva regulations, the wine undergoes meticulous aging, spending around 18 months in American oak casks followed by significant bottle aging. This process tames the vibrant fruit, weaving in complex notes of vanilla, sweet spice, and leather while maintaining a bright, elegant acidity that reflects the cooler microclimate of Rioja Alavesa.
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Founded in 1861 by Eleuterio Martínez Arzok, Bodegas Faustino is a historic estate located in Oyón, within the prestigious Rioja Alavesa region of Spain. Now managed by the fourth generation of the Martínez Zabala family, the winery has become globally synonymous with premium Rioja, particularly renowned for its iconic frosted bottles and long-aged Gran Reserva wines. Faustino's winemaking philosophy combines traditional Rioja aging in American and French oak casks with modern techniques, utilizing estate-grown Tempranillo, Graciano, and Mazuelo. Beyond their legendary red reservoirs like Faustino I, the estate also crafts elegant whites, rosés, and traditional-method Cava sparkling wines.