" Very modern style from an ambitious estate, with French oak, great ripeness, lovely abundant but round tannins. Long, extroverted finish with a glimmer of alcohol." (Decanter 2021).
Features
Estate
Bodega Luis Canas
Cuvée
Reserva
Vintage
2016
Designation
Rioja
Region
Spain
Grape varieties
95% Tempranillo, 5% Graciano
Terroirs
Plots in the heart of Rioja, in the Alavesa region
Viticulture
Traditional and meticulous
Harvest
Manual
Breeding
18 months in 2-year-old French and American barrels
Alcohol content
14,5%
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Deep, rich cherry-red, brilliant colour
Nose
Subtle, elegant notes of wood, ripe fruit and coffee
Mouth
Round and unctuous with a fine tannic structure
Serve
AT 16-18°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink from
2021
Drink before
2028
Food and wine pairing
Enjoy with roast lamb, game birds, meat stews or hard cheeses...
Bodega Luis Canas
Rioja
Expert opinion
Decanter
Wine rated (2021 guide) 89/100
About the wine:
Very modern style from an ambitious estate, with French oak, great ripeness, lovely abundant but round tannins. Long, extroverted finish with a glimmer of alcohol. 2022 - 2031
Wine Enthusiast
Domain rated (guide 2021) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)
James Suckling
Wine rated (2022 guide) 91/100
Rated Domaine (2021 guide) Recommended
About the wine:
Racy nose of red berries, plums and cherries, followed by a tangy touch of black pepper. The palate is medium-bodied, with tight but refined tannins. Little depth here, but shows elegance and good length. 95% tempranillo and 5% graciano. Drink now.
Customer reviews
Customer rating
3.9/5
on 13 reviews
Note and review by M. PH J O. Published on 23/07/2024
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Note and review by M. GUILLAUME T. Published on 18/06/2024
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Note and review by M. DOMINIQUE D. Published on 24/02/2024
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Note and review by M. WOLFGANG S. Published on 02/01/2024
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Note and review by M. CHRISTIAN B. Published on 06/11/2023
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Note and review by M. PIERRE D. Published on 05/11/2023
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Note and review by M. ANTOINE P. Published on 24/10/2023
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Note and review by M. BENOIT J. Published on 20/10/2023
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Note and review by M. FABIEN B. Published on 12/09/2023
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Note and review by M. YVAN L. Published on 11/08/2023
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