Character and balance in an exceptional Rioja Reserva
Lan Reserva 2019 originates from Rioja Alta with very careful production: selection of old-vine vineyards, hand harvest and 20 months of maturation in French and American oak barrels, followed by a further 24 months of bottle ageing. An elegant and personal Reserva made from the Tempranillo, Mazuelo and Garnacha varieties and from a harvest rated as Excellent in the D.O.Ca. Rioja.
Lan Reserva 2019 is a delicious coupage of Tempranillo, Mazuelo and Garnacha born from one of the best vintages registered in Rioja in recent years, rated Excellent. It has been perfected by a thoughtful maturation of 20 months in mixed barrels, followed by 24 months of bottle-ageing.
The grapes come from over 30-year-old vineyards located in Rioja Alta, with very low yields and optimal sun exposure to complete ripening. The manual harvest reinforces the care in a selection that seeks precision and expression of origin. D.O.Ca. Rioja in its purest form.
It is produced by Bodegas Lan, one of the most recognised Rioja houses, which has managed to consolidate a very personal reading of the denomination. In this Excellent vintage, Lan Reserva 2019 sums up that idea with a wine of a classic profile, crafted with attention to detail and designed to express terroir and typicity.
Consumption features
Pairing
Lan Reserva 2019 calls for hearty, full-flavoured dishes that can accompany its elegant, complex profile. It pairs wonderfully with grilled lamb cutlets, a richly flavoured cocido, or a traditional fabada, and also looks great alongside a beef fillet, beef cheeks, or aged cheeses. Its balance and harmonious tannins sit particularly well with meat dishes and substantial stews, enhancing every bite without losing freshness.
Lan Reserva 2019 was defined in the winery with a very precise traditional vinification: after a 15-day maceration, with pump-overs to favour careful extraction, the fermentation was carried out in stainless steel tanks. The result is a red wine that gains in fruit expression, balance and definition, thanks to the combined work of Tempranillo, Mazuelo and Garnacha.
Aging
Lan Reserva 2019 was refined for 20 months in French and American oak barrels, and then stayed for 24 months in bottle before its release onto the market. That resting period gives it balance, finesse and a more polished palate, rounding the Reserva profile with elegance and depth.
Vineyard
Description
Lan Reserva 2019 originates from a selection of vineyards over 30 years old situated in Rioja Alta, where the optimal sun exposure promotes perfect ripening of the grapes. Produced from Tempranillo as the main variety, accompanied by small percentages of Graciano, Mazuelo and Garnacha, this red reflects the character of an old, well-balanced vineyard, designed to express the full personality of the region in every glass.
Age
Made from old Tempranillo and Graciano vines, over 30 years old.
Climate
From vineyards aged over 30 years in Rioja Alta, Lan Reserva 2019 benefits from optimal sun exposure that promotes correct and even ripening of the grapes.
Viticulture
Lan Reserva 2019 originates from a selection of vineyards over 30 years old in Rioja Alta, with grapes that are more concentrated, better ripeness and a solid base for a red with great personality. The harvest is manual and the work in the vineyard reflects traditional viticulture, centred on respect for the terroir and in the pursuit of the highest quality from the source.
Tasting notes
View
Ripe cherry-red colour, bright with high opacity, an intense garnet rim and a dense appearance.
Nose
Displays an intense and complex nose, with a marked personality. The notes of ripe red fruit stand out, with cherry at the forefront, accompanied by floral nuances of white flowers, almond blossom and broom. In the background there are elegant balsamic hints and a spicy undertone in which cinnamon stands out, all with a clear and enveloping aromatic definition.
Mouth
Lan Reserva 2019 delivers a good entry on the palate, with a velvety, delicate and soft feel that reinforces its elegant and balanced profile. Harmonious tannins and a very polished texture support a harmonious overall, with a pleasant, long and persistent finish.
Founded in 1972 in Fuenmayor, in the heart of Rioja Alta, Bodegas LAN is a true benchmark in the region. It is one of the most recognized wineries by consumers and one of the best-established in the market, with extensive distribution both nationally and internationally. Today, their wines can be found in 42 countries across five continents, from the USA to Germany, including Peru and Taiwan.
Bodegas LAN was one of the pioneering wineries in the modernization of Rioja wine and the application of new technologies. Consistency, excellent value for money, technology, and meticulous viticulture are the hallmarks of this great winery.
It boasts spectacular facilities and 72 hectares of vineyards in its legendary Viña Lanciano, located in a meander of the Ebro River, with vines up to 60 years old. Undoubtedly, one of the most coveted plots in the D.O.Ca. Rioja: some of the wines born in Viña Lanciano have earned a place among the top one hundred wines in the world according to the prestigious Wine Spectator magazine.