GONZALO DE BERCEO
GRAN RESERVA RIOJA
HARO • D.O.CA. RIOJA • SPAIN
"The nobility and tradition of Haro in a unique bottle: a monumental Gran Reserva that blends the nobility of oak with the elegant complexity of time."
The Timeless Elegance of Rioja Alta
The Gonzalo de Berceo Gran Reserva Red Wine is a living tribute to the oenological mastery that has given worldwide fame to the Barrio de la Estación in Haro. Produced by the legendary winery Gonzalo de Berceo (originally founded in 1801 and now overseen by the Manzanos family), this wine is the result of a strict selection of old Tempranillo, Graciano, and Mazuelo vineyards located on very balanced clay-limestone soils. Crafted only in years of exceptional quality, this Gran Reserva perfectly embodies the coveted aristocratic Riojan profile: a prolonged and patient stay in fine wooden barrels followed by a long slumber in the bottle. The result is a red wine of immense finesse, velvety, and with a sublime tertiary complexity that evolves gloriously glass after glass.
1. Technical Details
Winery / Producer: Bodegas Gonzalo de Berceo (Bodegas Manzanos).
Specific Origin: Haro, Rioja Alta sub-region, D.O.Ca. Rioja, Spain.
Grape Variety: Primarily Tempranillo with small percentages of Graciano and Mazuelo to provide longevity and acidity.
Aging: Minimum aging of 24 months in selected French and American oak barrels, complemented by a minimum of 36 months of refinement in bottle.
Style: Classic Gran Reserva red, elegant, with complex bouquet and refined body.
Capacity: 750 ml bottle.
SKU: ESP-GBERCE-GR-750
2. Exclusive Tasting Notes
Appearance: Elegant deep ruby red color with subtle brick-red nuances and garnet reflections at the rim, medium-high intensity, exhibiting impeccable clarity and the chromatic notes characteristic of its venerable evolution.
Nose: Of extraordinary complexity and great bouquet. Delicate aromas of stewed black fruits and figs emerge, followed by a majestic amalgam of tertiary notes: pipe tobacco, old leather, toasted wood, fine vanilla, cinnamon, and subtle balsamic touches reminiscent of cedar.
Palate: Round, silky, and majestic on entry. On the palate, it displays perfectly polished and velvety tannins with impeccable texture. It maintains a noble and lively acidity that supports its long structure, culminating in a prolonged, aristocratic, dry finish laden with spicy notes.
3. Wine Architecture
4. Recommended Moments and Pairings
Extraordinary Gastronomic Pairing: Being a red wine of immense finesse and evolution, it harmonizes superbly with intense dishes and noble meats cooked slowly. It is the perfect companion for roasted lamb, beef sirloin with porcini mushrooms, duck magret with reduced sauces, lamb rack with fine herbs, and traditional game stews or complex casseroles. It pairs sublimely with cured or aged cheeses and high-quality acorn-fed Iberian ham.
Suggested Occasions:
- Special Celebration: A wine conceived for life's great moments. Its Gran Reserva profile graces anniversaries, silver weddings, milestone birthdays, and family milestones that deserve to be remembered forever.
- High-End Gift: Its origin from an iconic winery founded in the 19th century and the worldwide prestige of a Riojan Gran Reserva make it the perfect and respected gift for collectors or lovers of classic wine.
- Corporate Business: It projects seriousness, culture, and the value of patience and time, making it the ideal label for business meals where the goal is to celebrate agreements and strengthen strategic alliances.
- Gala Family Meal: Perfect for presiding over the table at Christmas banquets, reunions, or special Sunday meals accompanying roasts and shared stories.
- Gourmet Barbecue: Acts as the great bottle of the evening to accompany the best cuts of meat (such as aged Rib Eye or thick fillet) once the grill is settled and a transition to maximum finesse is sought.
frequently asked questions (FAQS)
Is it necessary to decant the Gonzalo de Berceo Gran Reserva before serving?
Yes, it is highly recommended. Having spent several years enclosed in the bottle in an oxygen-free environment, the wine needs to "breathe" to fully open up. Gently decanting it 30 to 45 minutes before consumption will help volatilize initial reduction notes and release its majestic spicy aromatic range.
What is the optimal temperature to enjoy this red wine?
It is suggested to serve it strictly at a temperature between 16°C and 18°C. Avoid serving it too cold, as this would hide its complex aromatic finesse, and do not let it exceed 19°C to preserve the delicacy of its silky mouthfeel.
How long can I store this wine in my personal cellar?
This Gran Reserva is already released to the market at an ideal time for consumption thanks to its long maturation in the winery. However, due to its great structural acidity and the careful classic blend with Graciano and Mazuelo, it possesses superb aging potential, capable of being preserved in perfect light and constant temperature conditions for the next 8 to 12 years.
What type of oak is used during its barrel aging stage?
The winery implements a balanced combination of French and American oak barrels. American oak imparts those subtle and elegant sweet notes of vanilla and coconut, while French oak molds its fine tannic structure and adds nuances of dark spices and clove.
