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Viña Alarde Gran Reserva Rioja Tempranillo
La Rioja, Spain
Succulent cherry fruit, leather, pipe tobacco, all very well integrated, finishing with graceful tannins. A well endowed gran reserva.
Succulent cherry fruit, leather, pipe tobacco, all very well integrated, finishing with graceful tannins. A well endowed gran reserva.
2 people found it helpfulMar 29th, 2014
Great wine for an romantic evening.
Great wine for an romantic evening.
1 person found it helpfulSep 6th, 2018
Nicely aged, shows good balance between fruit and secondary flavors.
Nicely aged, shows good balance between fruit and secondary flavors.
Nov 28th, 2015
Raspberry, ripe cherry, grilled steak, wet leather, licorice, Brett. Bretty on palate. Great for cheap.
Raspberry, ripe cherry, grilled steak, wet leather, licorice, Brett. Bretty on palate. Great for cheap.
Nov 18th, 2015
Viña Alarde Gran Reserva 2013
Marqués de la Concordia – Rioja DOCa, Spain 🇪🇸
Overview
A true heritage Rioja, celebrating the 136th family harvest from a winery founded in 1877. Made predominantly from Tempranillo, this Gran Reserva showcases the enduring elegance and patience of traditional Spanish winemaking, aged to perfection in both oak and bottle.
Aromas & Flavors
Classic notes of dried cherry, tobacco leaf, and vanilla bean mingle with earthy undertones of leather, cedar, and sweet spice. Hints of balsamic and roasted herbs add complexity with every swirl.
Mouthfeel
Gracefully aged — medium-bodied, with fine, integrated tannins and a long, silky finish that lingers with warmth and harmony.
Food Pairings
Ideal with roasted lamb, aged Manchego, or mushroom risotto. It also sings alongside Spanish classics like chorizo al vino or paella mixta.
Verdict
A refined Rioja that honors the timeless tradition of Gran Reserva. Balanced, soulful, and mature, the 2013 vintage stands as a reminder of Rioja’s graceful longevity. Cheers!
Did You Know?
Gran Reserva wines in Rioja must age for at least five years, with two years minimum in oak and three in bottle before release, ensuring deep complexity and remarkable smoothness.
Viña Alarde Gran Reserva 2013
Marqués de la Concordia – Rioja DOCa, Spain 🇪🇸
Overview
A true heritage Rioja, celebrating the 136th family harvest from a winery founded in 1877. Made predominantly from Tempranillo, this Gran Reserva showcases the enduring elegance and patience of traditional Spanish winemaking, aged to perfection in both oak and bottle.
Aromas & Flavors
Classic notes of dried cherry, tobacco leaf, and vanilla bean mingle with earthy undertones of leather, cedar, and sweet spice. Hints of balsamic and roasted herbs add complexity with every swirl.
Mouthfeel
Gracefully aged — medium-bodied, with fine, integrated tannins and a long, silky finish that lingers with warmth and harmony.
Food Pairings
Ideal with roasted lamb, aged Manchego, or mushroom risotto. It also sings alongside Spanish classics like chorizo al vino or paella mixta.
Verdict
A refined Rioja that honors the timeless tradition of Gran Reserva. Balanced, soulful, and mature, the 2013 vintage stands as a reminder of Rioja’s graceful longevity. Cheers!
Did You Know?
Gran Reserva wines in Rioja must age for at least five years, with two years minimum in oak and three in bottle before release, ensuring deep complexity and remarkable smoothness.
Loved it. Vanilla and spice and everything nice. .
Loved it. Vanilla and spice and everything nice. .
Feb 15th, 2022
2013. At $26 I’m pleasantly amazed at the quality of this wine. 9 years old and a really graceful blend of soft tannin, blue fruit and enough acidity to keep everything nicely harmonious. Bravo
2013. At $26 I’m pleasantly amazed at the quality of this wine. 9 years old and a really graceful blend of soft tannin, blue fruit and enough acidity to keep everything nicely harmonious. Bravo
Jan 25th, 2022Well balanced and a good all round wine
Well balanced and a good all round wine
Jan 4th, 2022
Beautiful, the mouth feel is luxurious to say the least... Smooth, soft yet don't let this lead you to believe that the flavour is anything but delicious.
Beautiful, the mouth feel is luxurious to say the least... Smooth, soft yet don't let this lead you to believe that the flavour is anything but delicious.
Mar 24th, 2020