Baron De Ley Rioja Reserva 2021 14% Vol. 0,75l
£12.61
The Baron de Ley Rioja Reserva 2021 14 % vol. is an elegant, finely structured red wine from Rioja Alta that epitomises the timeless style of Spanish Reserva wines. It is made from 100% Tempranillo – the grape variety that epitomises Rioja’s identity like no other. The Baron de Ley winery combines traditional winemaking skills with modern precision and has long since secured its place among Spain’s leading bodegas with its characterful, long-lasting wines.
The grapes come from the estate’s own vineyards on limestone and clay soils, whose structure and minerality create the basis for depth and balance. The continental climate with hot days and cool nights ensures perfect ripening of the grapes while preserving freshness and elegance. After selective hand-picking, the wine is fermented at a controlled temperature in stainless steel tanks and then aged for 20 months in American oak before maturing for a further 24 months in the bottle. This extended ageing process gives the Baron de Ley Reserva its velvety texture, harmonious structure and impressive aromatic complexity.
Tasting NoteIn the glass, the wine has a deep cherry red colour with garnet reflections. Ripe aromas of dark berries, black cherries and plums unfold on the nose, accompanied by fine notes of vanilla, tobacco, leather and spices. On the palate, the Baron de Ley Rioja Reserva 2021 is full-bodied, harmonious and elegant, with perfectly integrated tannins and lively freshness. The long, spicy finish is carried by subtle toasted and fruity notes – a Rioja that ideally combines classic finesse and modern expressiveness.
The Baron de Ley Rioja Reserva 2021 is a versatile accompaniment to savoury dishes from Mediterranean and international cuisine. It goes particularly well with lamb chops, fillet of beef, game, savoury stews, mushroom risotto or mature Manchego cheese. It also shows its best side with strong tapas, ham platters and dark chocolate. Served at 16-18 °C in a Bordeaux glass, it reveals its full flavour, depth and velvety structure. It is ready to drink between 2024 and 2032, whereby it is already accessible when young, but gains elegance, depth and harmony over the years – a Spanish red wine that captures the soul of Rioja in an authentic way.
Description
The Baron de Ley Rioja Reserva 2021 14 % vol. is an elegant, finely structured red wine from Rioja Alta that epitomises the timeless style of Spanish Reserva wines. It is made from 100% Tempranillo – the grape variety that epitomises Rioja’s identity like no other. The Baron de Ley winery combines traditional winemaking skills with modern precision and has long since secured its place among Spain’s leading bodegas with its characterful, long-lasting wines.
The grapes come from the estate’s own vineyards on limestone and clay soils, whose structure and minerality create the basis for depth and balance. The continental climate with hot days and cool nights ensures perfect ripening of the grapes while preserving freshness and elegance. After selective hand-picking, the wine is fermented at a controlled temperature in stainless steel tanks and then aged for 20 months in American oak before maturing for a further 24 months in the bottle. This extended ageing process gives the Baron de Ley Reserva its velvety texture, harmonious structure and impressive aromatic complexity.
Tasting NoteIn the glass, the wine has a deep cherry red colour with garnet reflections. Ripe aromas of dark berries, black cherries and plums unfold on the nose, accompanied by fine notes of vanilla, tobacco, leather and spices. On the palate, the Baron de Ley Rioja Reserva 2021 is full-bodied, harmonious and elegant, with perfectly integrated tannins and lively freshness. The long, spicy finish is carried by subtle toasted and fruity notes – a Rioja that ideally combines classic finesse and modern expressiveness.
The Baron de Ley Rioja Reserva 2021 is a versatile accompaniment to savoury dishes from Mediterranean and international cuisine. It goes particularly well with lamb chops, fillet of beef, game, savoury stews, mushroom risotto or mature Manchego cheese. It also shows its best side with strong tapas, ham platters and dark chocolate. Served at 16-18 °C in a Bordeaux glass, it reveals its full flavour, depth and velvety structure. It is ready to drink between 2024 and 2032, whereby it is already accessible when young, but gains elegance, depth and harmony over the years – a Spanish red wine that captures the soul of Rioja in an authentic way.
