Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Remelluri
Label Name:
 
Remelluri Reserva 2006/2007/2008 6 Bot Set
Vintage:
 
MIXED
Country:
 
Spain
Region:
 
Rioja (Rioja Alavesa, Labastida)
Volume:
 
6x 750ml
ABV:
 
13.5-14.1%
Grape(s):
 
Tempranillo (dominant), Garnacha (Grenache), Graciano (occasionally Mazuelo)
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18
Awards/Ratings
Frequently rated 90+ points by major critics for these vintages (Wine Advocate/Neal Martin RP ≈90 for 2008; Vinous/Josh Raynolds reviews circa 91–93). Widely praised for balance, depth and ageability
Tasting Note
Ripe red and black cherry, tobacco, cedar and dried herb with savory balsamic and leather accents. Silky, medium–full body, fine-grained tannins, bright acidity and a long, savory finish.
Food Pairing
Roasted lamb, grilled ribeye, aged Manchego and charcuterie; Asian: Peking duck, char siu (barbecue pork), Korean bulgogi or spicy Sichuan beef; mushrooms or soy‑glazed aubergine.
Production Method
Estate-grown organic fruit; native-yeast fermentation in stainless steel and open-top foudres; matured 17–24 months in mixed-size oak (foudres/barrels); minimal SO2, light or no filtration and extended bottle ageing.
Vineyard Info
La Granja Nuestra Señora de Remelluri — family estate near Labastida (re-established by Jaime Rodríguez, now run by Amaia & Telmo Rodríguez). Historic, single‑estate focus with organic, low‑intervention practices.