Beronia Rioja Reserva
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Beronia Reserva is a Tempranillo led blend and is aged for 18 months in mixed American and French oak barrels and 20 months in bottle Deep black plum in color, clean and bright with a garnet rim Attractive and intriguing on the nose it displays nutty aromas (roasted almonds and walnuts) followed by notes of plum primarily but also ripe fruit and a pleasant hint of white pepper, which all add complexity and freshness Full bodied on the palate, the wine displays balanced acidity The flavors are mostly of ripe fruit, whilst the finish is sweet and smooth, recalling cacao and roasted hazelnuts A perfect accompaniment to roast meat, grilled cutlets, cured Iberian meats and mature cheese Beronia is renowned for its Rioja Alta vineyards, its gastronomic origins and its innovative barrel program. The Rioja region is subdivided into three areas, Rioja Alta, Rioja Occidental and Rioja Alavesa; Beronia is located in Ollauri, at the heart of Rioja Alta, with the highest elevation of the three areas. The area is influenced by both the Atlantic and Mediterranean and has a mix of clay and chalky soils. Beronia wines are defined by the region and the soils in which the vines are grown,and its name is linked to the history of the area. During the 3rd Century BC the region, known today as La Rioja Alta, was inhabited by the 'berones', a Celtic tribe who called the area 'Beronia'. The winery was founded in 1973 by a group of friends from the Basque country who wanted the best wine to accompany their gastronomic get-togethers (called Txoko in their native Basque). The winery was acquired by Gonzalez Byass in 1982, while some of the original founders still visit the winery to dine as they have done for decades. The winery is surrounded by 20 hectares of own vineyards. The technical team at Beronia also control 870 hectares of vineyards within a 10km radius of the winery, enabling them to exercise optimum control over the quality. Beronia's blend is led by Tempranillo, and complemented by Graciano, Garnacha, Mazuelo and Viura. Sustainable agriculture is practiced at every level with certain vineyards certified organic. The role of oak is key to the Beronia style.
