Suañé Tinto Reserva 2019
Alonso & Pedrajo • Rioja Alta
"The depth of the boundary: Suañé Tinto Reserva 2019 recovers the essence of historical Reservas with a contemporary fruit purity and mineral tension."
Architecture and Elegance in Villalba
Suañé Tinto Reserva 2019 represents the maximum expression of Alonso & Pedrajo. Sourced from 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, and deeply territorial wine linked to its clay-limestone soil.
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 tears, indicating its extract.
Nose: A serious and complex bouquet: black forest fruit (blueberries, plums), licorice, fine tobacco, and cocoa, all enveloped in a balsamic background of eucalyptus.
Palate: Broad and enveloping entry. It is a wine with structure, velvety tannins, and an Atlantic freshness that makes it vibrant. Long, spicy finish with clear minerality.
3. Pairing and Serving
Gastronomy: Enhances rich dishes such as ox steak, roast lamb, oxtail stew, game stews, and long-aged cheeses.
Serving: Ideally served between 16°C and 18°C.
Preparation: It is recommended to decant at least one hour before consumption to allow it to fully open.
4. Style Analysis
5. Frequently Asked Questions
What differentiates this Reserva from traditional Riojas?
While respecting aging times, Suañé focuses on less intervention and absolute respect for the Villalba terroir, resulting in a less "oaked" and fresher wine.
Is it a wine for immediate consumption or for aging?
Although already enjoyable thanks to its polished tannins, its tannic structure and acidity ensure a masterful evolution in the bottle over the next 15 to 20 years.
