874 Reserva
⏳ Drinking Window
2024 - 2032
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Slow-roasted milk lamb, grilled ribeye steak, or mature sheep's milk cheeses.
✨ Technical Specifications
Hailing from the historic Barrio de la Estacion in Haro, La Rioja Alta, S.A. is a benchmark of traditional Rioja winemaking, celebrated since its founding in 1890. While the estate is globally renowned for its historic Gran Reservas, any Reserva-level bottling under their stewardship carries the hallmark of meticulous craftsmanship. This style typically highlights Tempranillo, often complemented by Graciano or Mazuelo, sourced from prime vineyards in Rioja Alta. The defining signature of La Rioja Alta is their devotion to American oak, crafted in their in-house cooperage, where the wine undergoes extended aging with manual rackings by candlelight every six months. This patient process tames the vibrant red fruit, infusing it with complex layers of sweet tobacco, leather, vanilla, and exotic spices, reflecting a proud heritage of patience and artisanal dedication.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1890 by five visionary Riojan and Basque families in Haro's historic Barrio de la Estación, La Rioja Alta, S.A. stands as one of the most enduring benchmarks of classical Rioja winemaking. Dedicated to uncompromising quality and authentic craftsmanship, the estate maintains its own cooperage to construct custom American oak barrels and continues the traditional practice of manual racking by candlelight. The winery focuses on prime estate vineyards spread across Rioja Alta and Rioja Oriental, highlighting Tempranillo seamlessly blended with Garnacha, Graciano, and Mazuelo. World-renowned for producing wines of remarkable elegance, silky texture, and astonishing longevity, the bodega's legendary pedigree is epitomized by iconic bottlings such as Gran Reserva 890, Gran Reserva 904, and Viña Ardanza.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Tempranillo, Garnacha, Graciano, Mazuelo