Torre de Ona Finca Martelo Reserva
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Typically best enjoyed 5 to 15 years from the vintage release, though outstanding vintages can cellar gracefully for up to 20 years.
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Roasted lamb chops with rosemary, traditional slow-cooked beef stew, and aged Spanish cheeses such as Manchego.
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Nestled in the prestigious Rioja Alavesa subregion, the Torre de Oña estate was acquired by the historic La Rioja Alta, S.A. in 1995 with the vision of creating a singular, terroir-driven estate wine. Finca Martelo Reserva represents the pinnacle of this pursuit, crafted only in exceptional vintages from old vines averaging over 60 years of age in the Martelo plot. Sheltered by the imposing Sierra de Cantabria mountains, these vineyards thrive in chalky clay-limestone soils, benefiting from a microclimate that balances Atlantic influences with Mediterranean warmth. The wine is a traditional field blend dominated by Tempranillo (around 95%), co-fermented with small amounts of Mazuelo, Garnacha, and even the white grape Viura, reflecting the ancestral practice of the region. Aged for approximately two years in a combination of American and French oak barrels, Finca Martelo bridges the gap between classic Rioja complexity and a modern, fruit-forward elegance, offering vibrant acidity, intense red fruit character, and refined, spicy undertones.
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Founded in 1890 by five Basque and Riojan families in the historic Barrio de la Estación of Haro, La Rioja Alta, S.A. stands as one of the ultimate benchmarks of traditional Rioja winemaking. The estate is globally renowned for its uncompromising dedication to long-term oak aging, maintaining an in-house cooperage to craft American oak barrels that impart its signature vanilla and spice character. While deeply rooted in Haro, the group has expanded its viticultural footprint to include exceptional estates in Ribera del Duero and Rías Baixas. Their legendary portfolio, headlined by the iconic Gran Reserva 890, Gran Reserva 904, and Viña Ardanza, represents the pinnacle of elegance, complexity, and extraordinary aging potential.