Rolland Gallarreta Rioja
Rolland Gallarreta Rioja
Wine at a glance:
- Red
- Rioja
- Tempranillo
- Medium Bodied
- 14.5
- Oak flavour noticable
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Product Profile
Two cultures and two different winemaking styles and one goal in common have brought together the French oenologist and consultant Michel Rolland and the
Spanish wine visionary Javier Galarreta. They both believe that Spain has an excellent terroir and extensive experience to produce high quality wines with a real projection in the international markets.
Michel Rolland, one of the most famous winemakers
influential people in the world, has worked with winemakers from 13 countries different and has exerted a great influence on numerous aspects of
the French and global wine industry.
Since the creation of ARAEX Grands in 1993, Javier Galarreta has applied his experience in management and strategy to place Spanish wine among the best. The company, which expanded in 2001 to add a further range wide range of Spanish wines to the Rioja catalogue, it is one of the main exporters of Spain. An innovative project: the meeting between France and Spain.
Winemaking
100% Tempranillo grapes grown at 550m altitude are fermented over 26 days in stainless steel. The wine then ages for 12 months in new french and American oak barrels.
Tasting Note
Lively and delicate on the nose, with aromas of liquorice and fresh fruit typical of the tempranillo variety along with spicy touches. It is broad and fleshy and has elegance, complexity and power. A firm structure and a long, tasty and persistent finish.