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La Rioja Alta Rioja Viña Ardanza Reserva 2005

$30

This traditional red offers dried cherry, orange peel, tobacco and sanguine flavors in a silky texture, supported by light, firm tannins and balsamic acidity. Focused and fresh, with a juicy finish. Drink now. 50,000 cases made, 12,500 cases imported.

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Red Still

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Summary

Primary Grape

Tempranillo

Tempranillo traces its origins to the Iberian Peninsula. It's still most associated with Spain, notably the Rioja and Ribera del Duero regions. It is also widely grown in Portugal, where it's known as Tinta Roriz. There are some notable plantings in Argentina, too.

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$30

La Rioja Alta Rioja Viña Ardanza Reserva 2005

This traditional red offers dried cherry, orange peel, tobacco and sanguine flavors in a silky texture, supported by light, firm tannins and balsamic acidity. Focused and fresh, with a juicy finish. Drink now. 50,000 cases made, 12,500 cases imported.

Primary Grape

Tempranillo

Tempranillo traces its origins to the Iberian Peninsula. It's still most associated with Spain, notably the Rioja and Ribera del Duero regions. It is also widely grown in Portugal, where it's known as Tinta Roriz. There are some notable plantings in Argentina, too.

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