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Other grape varieties cultivated by Baron de Ley include Tempranillo, Garnacha, Maturana, and Viura.","products":[{"product_id":"baron-de-ley-vina-imas-gran-reserva","title":"Baron de Ley Vina Imas Gran Reserva","description":"\u003cp\u003eThere are vineyards that are simply special. \u003cstrong\u003eViña Imas\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of them: the heartbeat of the Barón de Ley winery, deeply rooted in the Rioja Alta. Those who cultivate grapes here wait. Those who wait are rewarded.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e The \u003cstrong\u003eViña Imas Gran Reserva\u003c\/strong\u003e is the result of patience and precision – it matures for at least two years in barriques before resting for another five years in the bottle. 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Finally, new barriques are always used for the multi-year aging process. This gives Barón de Ley wines a new, international style that clearly distinguishes them from typical Rioja wines. The Finca Monasterio presents itself in a deep, intense cherry-red color. Even before the glass is swirled, it reveals hints of roasted coffee, cinnamon, and clove, later complemented by aromas of cedar and nutmeg. An expressive red, velvety, with a long finish. Aged for 18 months in French Allier oak. James Suckling: 90 points for the 2015 vintage. 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