Labrona Reserva

Labarona Reserva is produced by Hacienda Grimón in Rioja, Spain, using carefully selected grapes from the winery's own vineyards. The wine is made predominantly from Tempranillo, with Graciano and Garnacha contributing additional complexity.

The producer highlights its old, small-berried Tempranillo vines, which produce limited quantities of grapes. Careful vineyard selection and low yields help concentrate the fruit flavours and create a wine with greater depth.

Following fermentation, the wine is matured for 24 months in oak barrels, using approximately 40% French oak and 60% American oak, according to published wine specifications. French oak can contribute subtle spice and structure, while American oak often adds vanilla, coconut and toasted notes.

The extended maturation is intended to integrate the tannins, develop complexity and create the characteristic richness of a Rioja Reserva.

The wine displays a clean, bright cherry-red colour with ruby reflections.

The nose is intense and complex, revealing balsamic aromas alongside almonds, chocolate, vanilla and toasted notes. These are complemented by ripe red fruit and jam-like fruit aromas.

On the palate, the wine is well structured and balanced, with pleasant acidity and smooth, rounded tannins. The oak-derived flavours integrate with the fruit, creating a rich and harmonious drinking experience.

The finish is long and complex, with lingering ripe fruit, gentle spice and toasted oak characteristics.

Labarona Reserva pairs particularly well with rich meat dishes and traditional Spanish cuisine.

Recommended pairings include:

• Roasted lamb and grilled beef

• Slow-braised beef and hearty stews

• Roast pork and Spanish cured meats

• Grilled mushrooms and herb-seasoned vegetables

• Mature cheeses with nutty or savoury flavours

For Chinese cuisine, it works especially well with braised beef, roast duck, red-braised pork, cumin lamb and black pepper beef.