Vina Bujanda Reserve Rioja 2020
A refined Rioja Reserva with depth, structure, and polished oak integration. Elegant, balanced, and classically styled.
Crafted from 100% Tempranillo grapes, sourced from the Rioja Alta and Rioja Alavesa regions in Spain. The wine undergoes 24 months of aging in American (70%) and French (30%) oak barrels, followed by additional bottle aging, resulting in a complex and elegant profile.
Ripe red cherry and black plum form the core of the profile, layered with subtle notes of raspberry and dried cranberry. Oak aging brings gentle hints of vanilla, toasted spice, cocoa, and cedar, while savoury nuances of tobacco leaf and dried herbs add complexity.
Spain
Rioja
Tempranillo
750ml
13.50%
2020
Reserva
RiojaViña Bujanda Reserva Rioja is a classic expression of Spain’s celebrated Rioja region, crafted in the traditional Reserva style that emphasizes harmony between fruit, structure, and extended aging. The 2020 vintage delivered well-balanced fruit with freshness and concentration, ideal for maturation.
The wine is built primarily around Tempranillo, Rioja’s flagship grape, typically complemented by smaller proportions of Graciano and Mazuelo to add aromatic lift, acidity, and structural backbone. Aging in a combination of French and American oak barrels allows for integration and complexity while preserving varietal character.
Produced by Bodegas Valdemar under the Viña Bujanda label, the estate combines longstanding Rioja tradition with modern precision. With roots dating back to the 19th century, the winery is known for estate-grown fruit and careful barrel selection, ensuring consistency and authenticity across its range.
A dry Rioja Reserva with developed red fruit, cedar, tobacco, and soft spice from extended oak and bottle ageing. The style is elegant and savoury rather than overtly fruity or heavy.
In simple terms: a classic mature Rioja — smooth, mellow, and full of traditional Spanish character.
- Appearance: Bright and crystalline with high intensity, displaying a purple color with a bluish rim.
- Aroma: Elegant and complex, featuring notes of tobacco and wood, complemented by hints of blackberry, plums in liqueur, and sloes. A powerful aftertaste with milky notes adds to its aromatic complexity.
- Palate: Intense attack developing great volume in the mouth. It is a fresh and elegant wine with a very long finish.
- Roast Lamb – The wine’s firm tannins soften against the lamb’s natural fat, enhancing both structure and savoury depth.
- Grilled Beef Steak – Protein binds with the tannins, smoothing the palate while complementing the wine’s ripe fruit and oak spice.
- Slow-Braised Beef or Stews – The richness and slow-cooked intensity mirror the wine’s layered complexity and mature character.
- Aged Manchego or Hard Sheep’s Cheese – Nutty, salty flavours highlight the fruit and integrate beautifully with the oak influence.
- Roast Pork with Herbs – Balanced acidity cuts through the fat, while herbal notes echo Rioja’s subtle savoury nuances.
- Duck or Game Birds – The wine’s depth and oak-derived spice complement the richness and slightly gamey flavours.
- Mushroom or Truffle Dishes – Earthy ingredients align with the wine’s developed savoury undertones from aging.
- Serve at 16–18°C to showcase its balance and structure.
- Decant for 30–45 minutes to allow the aromas and oak integration to fully open.
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