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Bodegas Altanza
Bodegas Altanza began its story in 1998 as synonym of quality and dedicated exclusively to top Reserva wines. Since then, the goal has been to offer the best possible quality wine at a sensible price. Located in Fuenmayor (Rioja Alta), the estate spans 300 ha (220 are vineyards) and provides sixty percent of the total amount of grapes needed; the rest follows a strict selection process. The wines are made in a modern style from 100% Tempranillo. The wines are fermented using natural yeasts and then aged in entirely French oak barrels which are renewed every 5 years.
Bodegas Altanza Lealtanza Crianza
Appellaton: DOC Rioja
Grapes: 100% Tempranillo
Viniculture: 12 months in French casks, 15% new barrels and the rest in its second or third use.
Alcohol: 14% vol.
Appearance: Intense, deep ruby red with garnet highlights.
Nose: Sweet red fruits (strawberry, cherry) and licorice, slight hint of earth and minerality.
Palate: Round and supple with good acidity and a long finish.
Pairing: This is a very versatile wine that pairs well with almost any food. It pairs wonderfully with a wide range of foods such as poultry, braised red meat, stews and cheese.
Bodegas Altanza Lealtanza Reserva
Appellaton: DOC Rioja
Grapes: 100% Tempranillo
Viniculture: 18 months in French oak barrels plus 3 months in French oak (Allier) cask of 22 HL.
Alcohol: 14% vol.
Appearance: Lively garnet with ruby highlights.
Nose: Complex and wellbalanced bouquet. Well-layered notes of red raspberry and licorice accompanied by smoky and spicy notes.
Palate: A medium-bodied red wine with soft drying tannins and just enough acidity to make this wine very food friendly.
Pairing: This wine will pair nicely with game animals, legume, stews and grilled red meats. Our chef's suggestion: traditional lamb stew.
Bodegas Altanza Lealtanza Gran Reserva
Appellaton: DOC Rioja
Grapes: 100% Tempranillo
Viniculture: 24 months in French oak barrels and three months in French oak vats 22,000 liters of the Seguin Moreau cooperage.
Alcohol: 13.5% vol.
Appearance: reddish tone and brick flashes that show the long ageing through a bottle.
Nose: aromas of spices and such reduction leading to a slight hint of leather, and smoked aromas. The wood also provides memories of cocoa, toasty and coffee.
Palate: From soft sweet tannins it has a smooth entry, nice fresh with long aftertaste.
Pairing: Ideal for small snacks and spiked elaborate haute cuisine. All kinds of meat, stews, meats, vegetables and cheese.
Bodegas Alvia
This modern Rioja winery is built alongside the ancient pilgrims route to Santiago. The 100 year-old vines are located in the high areas of Rioja that are influenced by an Atlantic Climate, protecting them from extreme weather conditions.
Bodegas Alvia Mileto Joven
Appellaton: DOC Rioja
Grapes: 100% Tempranillo
Viniculture: Stainless steel tanks.
Alcohol: 13.5% vol.
Appearance: Intense blackcurrant color.
Nose: Aromas of red fruits, strawberries, raspberries and licorice.
Palate: Medium bodied on the palate with a nice mouth-feel, good tannins and full variety expression.
Pairing: Smoky cheeses, strong seafood dishes and barbecue grilled meats.
Bodegas Alvia Mileto Crianza
Appellation: DOC Rioja
Grapes: 85% Tempranillo, 15% Mazuelo, Garnacha
Viniculture: Aged 12 months in American and French oak barrels.
Alcohol: 13.5% vol.
Appearance: Dark cherry color.
Nose: Good fruity intensity with nuances of cherry, strawberries, licorice and woody notes perfectly integrated in the wine.
Palate: Good entrance in the mouth; structured wine with balanced acidity and a long finish.
Pairing: Spicy fish dishes, game hen, braised beef and lamb.
Isidro Milagro
Since 2001 this family winery has been producing top quality wines. Located in the southeast part of Rioja, the vines from their 75 hectare estate average 20-50 years old.
5 Oros Vendimia Seleccionada
Appellation: DOC Rioja
Grapes: 100% Garnacha
Viticulture: Vineyards of controlled production located between 300 and 650 metres of altitude. Fermentation is carried out in stainless steel vats under controlled temperature, 12 days maceration with autochthonous yeasts and malolactic fermentation. 3-6 months in 225 L French and American medium-toasted oak casks.
Alcohol: 14% vol.
Appearance: Bright red color with crimson hints
Nose: Blackberry & red fruit aromas, mineral hints characteristic of Garnacha
Palate: Bold, dark cherry flavors with spicy tannins and hints of chocolate
Pairings: All kinds of grilled meat and fish, rice, stew dishes, pâtés and cheese
5 Oros Crianza
Appellation: DOC Rioja
Grapes: 80% Tempranillo, 15% Garnacha, 5% Graciano
Viticulture: Hundred-year old traditional, small production vineyards located between 300 and 650 meters of altitude. Fermentation is carried out in stainless steel vats under controlled temperature, 12 days maceration with autochthonous yeasts and malolactic fermentation in casks.
Aging: 18 months in 225 L French and American medium toasted oak casks.
Alcohol: 14% vol.
Appearance: Bright cherry red color with an “abundant drop”
Nose: Wraparound cherry and fruits of the forest with an elegant and slightly spicy touch. Toasted notes, rich in niceties.
Palate: Long and tasty, harmonious, balanced with elegant wraparound tannins and a nice toasted aftertaste
Pairings: Red gamey meats, poultry, salamis and mature cheeses
