Leza García Reserva DOC Rioja (red)
A velvety, serious, beautifully mature Reserva from the prestigious Rioja Alta zone. Two full years in oak give it an elegant structure of ripe sour cherries layered with vanilla and cocoa.
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An elegant red wine made from grapes from selected Tempranillo vineyards at an altitude of 500 to 700 meters in the Rioja Alta region.
VARIETY
90% Tempranillo, 10% Garnacha Tinta
WINERY
Sustainable (The winery focuses on sustainable development and respect for nature, reflected in its production methods and vineyard care.)
HARVEST
Hand harvest. Only the best grapes from old vines are selected during the harvest.
VINIFICATION AND AGING
Aged for at least 24 months in American and French oak barrels and subsequently for at least 12 months in the bottle.
ANALYSIS
Alcohol: 15%; Acidity: 5.8 g/l; Residual sugar: 1.2 g/l.
TASTE AND CHARACTER
A deep ruby color unfolds in the glass, promising a complex experience. The aroma of ripe dark cherries and plums is interspersed with delicate notes of vanilla, cocoa and a subtle smokiness from aging in oak barrels. The palate is velvety, harmonious and well-structured, mixing notes of ripe fruit, spices and wood.
SOMMELIER'S TIP
Serve at 16–18 °C. It pairs excellently with roast red meat, steaks, game and mature cheeses.
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Leza García is a small family winery in the heart of Rioja Alta with vineyards in the Najerilla and Sonsierra valleys. Currently managed by brothers Luis Fernando, Juan Angel and Donato (3rd generation). Founded in 1920 when Juan Leza Arenzana began growing grapes in Uruñuela. The 4th generation is represented by Sergio Leza, acting as export manager.
Leza García farms 135 ha of vineyards providing diverse growing conditions, soils and microclimates at 500–700 m altitude. Plantings are 70% red and 30% white grapes.
“Our vineyards benefit from exceptional conditions for grape growing, thanks to the convergence of continental and Mediterranean climates and the significant temperature differences between day and night.”
Winemaking is led by veteran oenologist Rodrigo Inza. White wines are fresh and crisp, while reds are pleasantly balanced, concentrated and characterized by a traditional style.