Faustino, Gran Reserva DOCa, Faustino I, Rioja 2016

Faustino I Gran Reserva 2016 is a magnificent red wine from DOCa Rioja, presenting the classic style of the Bodegas Faustino winery. It is made from the region’s principal varieties – Tempranillo, Graciano and Mazuelo – and aged for a minimum of 26 months in French and American oak barrels, followed by an extended period in bottle. The wine stands out with a deep ruby color, a rich and complex aromatic profile with notes of ripe cherry, plum, vanilla and sweet spice, complemented by an elegant woody nuance. On the palate it is well-structured, with balanced acidity, soft, polished tannins and a long finish, making it ideal to pair with red meats, mature cheeses, or to cellar for several years until full development.