About this wine
One of Rioja's iconic Gran Reservas, aged in American oak for years, showing the classic Rioja combination of red fruit, vanilla, tobacco, and cedar with extraordinary aging potential.
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Sommelier's Note
"Gran Reserva 904 defines what Rioja aging is about — the balance of oak, fruit and time that no other region replicates"
Food Pairings
Classic pairing with roast lamb, aged Manchego and Idiazabal cheeses, Ibérico ham, mushroom dishes, and slow-cooked Spanish stews. The wine's complex tertiary character also pairs beautifully with truffle-based dishes.
When to drink it
Formal dinners, wine lover gatherings, special celebrations
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Tempranillo, Mazuelo
- Style
- Red
- Price Range
- ¥8,000–12,000
Terroir & Winemaking
Blended from Tempranillo (90%) and Mazuelo (10%), aged in American oak barrels for a minimum of 3 years, then additional bottle aging before release. The 904 designation refers to a historic parcel number in the estate's classification.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does La Rioja Alta Gran Reserva 904 taste like?
- Expect a complex bouquet of dried cherries, tobacco, leather, cedar, and vanilla from American oak. The palate shows silky tannins and exceptional length, with earthy, mushroom-like notes developing over time.
- What does 'Gran Reserva' mean for La Rioja Alta 904?
- In Rioja, Gran Reserva wines must age a minimum of 5 years (at least 18 months in oak). La Rioja Alta typically ages the 904 for 3+ years in American oak followed by additional bottle aging, often releasing a wine already 8–10 years old.
- What is the '904' in the name?
- 904 refers to a historic plot number used in the winery's internal classification, linked to a specific vineyard parcel in the original estates. Today it represents the flagship Gran Reserva of the house.
- Does Gran Reserva 904 age well?
- Absolutely. The 904 is built for long aging and regularly shows at its best between 10–25 years after harvest. Good vintages can evolve for 30+ years in proper cellar conditions.
- How does Gran Reserva 904 differ from Gran Reserva 890?
- The 904 uses more American oak and Tempranillo, giving it more fruit and vanilla character. The 890 is rarer, made in exceptional years only, with more Garnacha and longer aging — a step above.
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