Suañé Tinto Reserva 2019
Alonso & Pedrajo • Rioja Alta
"The depth of the limit: Suañé Tinto Reserva 2019 recaptures the essence of historic Reservas with contemporary fruit purity and mineral tension."
Architecture and Elegance in Villalba
Suañé Tinto Reserva 2019 represents the ultimate expression of Alonso & Pedrajo. Hailing from the high-altitude vineyards in Villalba de Rioja, this wine benefits from an Atlantic freshness that grants it unusual longevity. With a minimum aging of 24 months between barrel and bottle, this Tempranillo is an exercise in balance where tannic power merges with vibrant acidity, creating a true, serious cellar wine deeply linked to its clay-limestone terroir.
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Alonso & Pedrajo Viticultores
- Origin: Villalba de Rioja, Rioja Alta, Spain.
- Varietal: Selected Tempranillo from specific plots.
- Aging: 18-24 months in French oak barrels and bottle rest.
- Vintage: 2019 (Exceptional concentration and balance).
- Volume: 750 ml
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Deep ruby red with garnet reflections. It has a medium-high intensity and dense legs, indicating its extract.
Nose: A serious and complex bouquet: dark forest fruits (blueberries, plum), licorice, fine tobacco, and cocoa, all enveloped in a balsamic background of eucalyptus.
Palate: Broad and enveloping entry. It is a structured wine with velvety tannins and an Atlantic freshness that makes it vibrant. Long, spicy finish with clear minerality.
3. Pairing and Serving
Food Pairing: Enhances dishes of great intensity such as beef chuletón, roast lamb, oxtail, game stews, and aged hard cheeses.
Serving Temperature: Ideally serve between 16°C and 18°C.
Preparation: It is recommended to decant at least one hour before consumption to allow it to fully open up.
4. Style Analysis
5. Frequently Asked Questions
What distinguishes this Reserva from traditional Riojas?
While respecting traditional aging times, Suañé focuses on minimal intervention and absolute respect for the terroir of Villalba, resulting in a less "oaked" and fresher wine.
Is this wine for immediate consumption or for cellaring?
While already enjoyable thanks to its polished tannins, its tannic structure and acidity ensure magnificent evolution in the bottle for the next 15 to 20 years.