Marqués de Alvia Tempranillo Gran Reserva

One-bottle case.

1.5 hectares of vineyards under extreme, irregular, and ancient cultivation. Old vines, 93 years of age, tended to by hand without the use of mechanical means. Nestled in a cool, Atlantic-influenced environment, benefiting from the refreshing factor of the altitude in the Najerilla Valley, Rioja Alta. The fruits develop into a smooth and vibrant flow, an elixir of life, an intimate pleasure of nature. Cold winters, temperate summers, and mild, lengthy autumns result in significant temperature variation between day and night, leading to slow fruit ripening.

The soil consists of limestone conglomerates and stone slabs.

Harvesting is done manually in 15 kg crates and sorted on a selection table.

Fermentation always occurs naturally and spontaneously. The grapes ferment in 500-liter oak barrels with open tops, without temperature control, and using indigenous yeasts. Maceration varies but can extend up to two or three weeks. Aging takes place for over 24 months in new French and Hungarian oak barrels. Following aging, a light clarification is performed.