Vina Arana Gran Reserva
⏳ Drinking Window
2028 - 2045
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Slow-roasted lamb shoulder with rosemary, traditional Spanish tapas such as jamón ibérico and aged Manchego cheese, or rich mushroom risotto.
✨ Technical Specifications
La Rioja Alta, S.A., established in 1890 in Haro's historic Barrio de la Estación, is a legendary bastion of traditional Rioja winemaking. Viña Arana, named in honor of the Arana family—one of the winery's founders—underwent a historic evolution starting with the 2012 vintage, transitioning from a classic Reserva to a prestigious Gran Reserva. This wine is a masterful blend dominated by Tempranillo, which provides structure and plush red fruit, complemented by a touch of Graciano for vibrant acidity and floral lift. The grapes are harvested from old vines in Rodezno, where cool Atlantic breezes preserve freshness. True to the estate's legendary craftsmanship, the wine is aged for three years in custom-made American oak casks, meticulously racked by candlelight every six months to gently clarify the wine and develop its signature bouquet of sweet spices, tobacco, leather, and balsamic undertones.
🍾 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