Roda Rioja Reserva 2017/18

Roda changed what modern Rioja could be and they have never chased the fashion since. Tempranillo from old vines, and no American oak sledgehammer. Roda uses Bush vines over 30 years old and yields are limited to 1.5 kgs per vine to encourage phenolic maturity which results in depth and complexity on the palate. After a period of cold maceration, temperature controlled fermentation was completed in French oak vats. The wine was then aged for 14 months in barrel of which 40% is brand new and 60% is second use French oak, qualifying it for Reserva status. 30 months cellaring in bottle followed. Deep red, bright and brilliant colour, with a cherry background. The nose is very expressive with sensations of fresh cherry, light spices and some earthy wet notes. The palate exhibits medium volume, light but fresh, red fruit, fine tannins. Very delicate and very long. Fresh, ethereal and elegant.