Wine: Remírez de Ganuza 2001 Gran Reserva
Winery: Bodegas Fernando Remírez de Ganuza (Samaniego, Álava)
Appellation / Zone: D.O.Ca. Rioja
Varietals: 90% Tempranillo, 10% Graciano
ABV: 14% vol.
Winery: Bodegas Fernando Remírez de Ganuza (Samaniego, Álava)
Appellation / Zone: D.O.Ca. Rioja
Varietals: 90% Tempranillo, 10% Graciano
ABV: 14% vol.
Winemaking:
Manual harvest in 12 kg crates. First selection in the vineyard of the "shoulders" of the clusters from vines with a minimum age of 60 years, located between Laguardia and San Vicente de la Sonsierra. Upon arrival at the winery, a sorting table is used to remove overripe grapes. Fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures. Racked into new 225-liter oak barrels (80% French, 20% American). Subjected to various periodic manual rackings. Limited production of 3,500 bottles.
Manual harvest in 12 kg crates. First selection in the vineyard of the "shoulders" of the clusters from vines with a minimum age of 60 years, located between Laguardia and San Vicente de la Sonsierra. Upon arrival at the winery, a sorting table is used to remove overripe grapes. Fermentation in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures. Racked into new 225-liter oak barrels (80% French, 20% American). Subjected to various periodic manual rackings. Limited production of 3,500 bottles.
Tasting Notes
Appearance:
Garnet-cherry color with high depth; highly extracted and opaque.
Clean, with significant sediment at the base. Scant reflections, barely
reddish and coppery; low gloss, matte. Minimal rim, slightly orange,
sharply contrasted against the meniscus. Viscous sensation with dense,
permanent tears.
Nose:
Immediately striking, showing there is a great deal of wine here. High
concentration and intensity: initial minerality, some graphite, and damp
earth. Lean, pure, and without gimmicks. It displays a marked varietal
character: fresh, perfumed with juicy red fruit and a delicate
background of petals. With aeration, it acquires a medicinal, herbal,
and balsamic air without losing its initial mineral streak. Very fine,
elegant oak with a hint of sandalwood. Beautiful!
Palate:
Poise and nerve, with strong acidity and still-marked tannins. The
impression of youth is profound. Dry, spicy, and concentrated, with
bitter notes and a barely visible touch of sweet spices that structures
the whole. Excellent barrel work that does not mask the fruit. Slender,
well-proportioned, long, distinguished, and very classy.
Commentary:
A Gran Reserva that moves along paths very different from traditional Riojan styles or over-extracted modern reds. This "goldsmith" Ganuza has become a difficult piece to hunt down. In terms of quality and aging potential, it has nothing to envy of its 2004 sibling (the 100-point Parker wine). In fact, this 2001 is much, much better.
A Gran Reserva that moves along paths very different from traditional Riojan styles or over-extracted modern reds. This "goldsmith" Ganuza has become a difficult piece to hunt down. In terms of quality and aging potential, it has nothing to envy of its 2004 sibling (the 100-point Parker wine). In fact, this 2001 is much, much better.
Personal Score: 93
Tasting Group Average: 94
Tasting Group Average: 94
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