Wine: Señorío de P. Peciña 2001 Gran Reserva
Winery: Bodegas Hermanos Peciña (San Vicente de la Sonsierra, La Rioja)
Appellation / Zone: D.O.Ca. Rioja
Varietals: 95% Tempranillo, 3% Graciano, 2% Garnacha
ABV: 13% vol.
Winery: Bodegas Hermanos Peciña (San Vicente de la Sonsierra, La Rioja)
Appellation / Zone: D.O.Ca. Rioja
Varietals: 95% Tempranillo, 3% Graciano, 2% Garnacha
ABV: 13% vol.
Winemaking:
Grapes sourced entirely from the winery’s oldest estate vineyards. Fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures (26–27°C) for 12 days. The wine matured for 48 months in seasoned American oak barrels (average age 5–6 years). It underwent six manual rackings using the traditional gravity and decantation method. A minimum of 36 months of bottle aging in the winery’s cellars was required before its commercial release.
Grapes sourced entirely from the winery’s oldest estate vineyards. Fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures (26–27°C) for 12 days. The wine matured for 48 months in seasoned American oak barrels (average age 5–6 years). It underwent six manual rackings using the traditional gravity and decantation method. A minimum of 36 months of bottle aging in the winery’s cellars was required before its commercial release.
Tasting Notes
Appearance:
Garnet-ruby color with medium depth; clear and slightly more evolved
than expected for its age. Reddish and brownish reflections with
moderate brilliance. Broad, coppery rim with a notable sense of
viscosity and thick, persistent tears.
Nose:
High intensity and profound personality. It opens with potent notes of
toasted oak and wine-soaked staves, joined by mineral accents (graphite,
iron, earth) and a diverse array of herbal nuances: tea leaves,
fenugreek, sea fennel, laurel, and sage. Orderly, precise, and
consistently tense, it unfolds into an exhibition of ripe fruit (prunes,
cherries) set against a mysterious, telluric background of peat, damp
earth, and roots. It exudes terroir and character; while distant from
the standard traditional profile, it remains a quintessential Rioja
educated in wood.
Palate:
Savory and solid yet remarkably weightless. It features fatty,
caressing tannins and a greater fruitiness than anticipated. A fantastic
acidity provides freshness, complemented by high-quality
bitters—reminiscent of grated cocoa—that echo the herbal notes perceived
on the nose.
Commentary:
An immensely interesting wine that defies convention and has largely flown under the radar, likely due to the winery's export focus. This Gran Reserva stands in a category of its own—neither strictly modern nor traditional—showcasing high-quality Tempranillo with an independent voice. While already polished, it possesses the potential to evolve beautifully over the next 10 to 15 years. A truly delightful surprise.
An immensely interesting wine that defies convention and has largely flown under the radar, likely due to the winery's export focus. This Gran Reserva stands in a category of its own—neither strictly modern nor traditional—showcasing high-quality Tempranillo with an independent voice. While already polished, it possesses the potential to evolve beautifully over the next 10 to 15 years. A truly delightful surprise.
Personal Score: 92
Tasting Group Average: 92
Tasting Group Average: 92
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