Vina Arana
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Typically best enjoyed 8 to 25 years from the vintage year, as it possesses the remarkable structure and acidity required for long-term cellaring.
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Slow-roasted lamb shoulder, grilled ribeye steak, and aged sheep's milk cheeses such as Manchego.
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Hailing from the legendary Barrio de la Estacion in Haro, La Rioja Alta, S.A. has been a standard-bearer for traditional Rioja since 1890. Vina Arana, named in honor of one of the winery's founding families, represents a bridge between classical elegance and vibrant modernity. Historically released as a Reserva, its exceptional aging capacity prompted its elevation to Gran Reserva status starting with the 2012 vintage. The wine is crafted primarily from Tempranillo, sourced from old vines in Rodezno and Labastida, complemented by a touch of Graciano from El Montecillo vineyard to provide acidity and floral lift. In keeping with the estate's artisanal traditions, the wine is aged for several years in hand-coopered American oak barrels, racked by hand by candlelight every six months. This meticulous process imparts the signature Riojan bouquet of sweet vanilla, toasted coconut, leather, and dried cherries, underpinned by a lively, fresh structure.
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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.