Cerro Anon Gran Reserva 2018

Cerro Anon Gran Reserva, Bodegas Olarra, Rioja Alta, Spain, 2018  

Grapes: Tempranillo 90%, Garnacha 5%, Mazuelo and Graciano 5% aged in French oak (a combination of new & used barrels) for 27 months. 

The winery, established in 1973, is located at the eastern end of the Rioja Alta on the outskirts of the city of Logrono. It is known for the unusual 111 hexagonal domes making up the roof of the barrel cellar which naturally control temperature variations.

This wine shows a deep red colour with shades of ruby on the rim of the glass. To the nose, at the time of release, it revealed a delicate balance between ripe red berry aromas and those of spices and smokiness. Over time, bouquet has grown more complex, showing aromas of leather, coffee beans and raisins. Mouthfeel is as firm, elegant and smooth as one should expect from a Rioja Gran Reserva, with a surprisingly long and fresh finish. 

Awarded "Gold Medal" at Mundus Vini Spring Tasting, 2023

Vintage after vintage, this wine really delivers everything you could want in an aged Rioja wine at a very good price!