Martinez Lacuesta Coleccion Familia Gran Reserva

Country: Spain Region: Rioja Alta

Varietal: : Tempranillo, Graciano and Mazuelo.

Vintage: 2011 Colour: Red Style: Dry

Producer: Artuke

Description:

This is a modern wine from a very historic producer. Bodegas Martinez Lacuesta have been making wine since the late 1800s, 3 generations of the Lacuesta family have made the wine during this period. They are based in Haro in the Rioja Alta, the originator, Felix Martinez Lacuesta also represented producers in the set up of the Regulatory Body of the Rioja DO. They were a pioneering force in exporting Rioja wines, in the early 1900s, paving the way for others.

Tasting Notes: This is a wine of great depth and energy, with mature fruits, sweet spices, chocolates and aromatic coffees on the nose, the palate is super silky and refined.