LAN Gran Reserva 2016: notes
Vineyard: Vineyards of more than 40 years of age from the Rioja Alta and Rioja Alavesa areas. Calcareous-clay soils. Hand harvested.
Weather conditions 2016: A cold winter, followed by a rainy spring and a summer of high temperatures with a lack of rain. Exceptional weather conditions during the ripening period.
Vintage classified as ‘Very good’.
Winemaking and ageing: Hand harvested grapes. Fermentation in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature with prolonged maceration to ensure the adequate extraction of tannins and all the aromatic potential. Ageing in hybrid barrels made from American oak (staves) and French oak (heads) for 28 months, followed by 36 months in bottle.
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