Roda Rioja Reserva DOCa

The Roda Reserva shows what the Rioja Alta can do when a winery consistently focuses on quality instead of volume: a multi-layered Tempranillo with ripe fruit, fine spice, and genuine aging potential.

Bodegas Roda was founded in 1987 in Haro – in the heart of the Rioja Alta, where the best Tempranillo sites lie on calcareous-loamy soils. The winery works exclusively with old vines and consciously avoids mass production. The Reserva matures according to the Spanish DOCa standard for at least three years, one of which is in oak barrels.

In the glass, a rich ruby red with violet reflections. On the nose, fully ripe plum and sour cherry, underpinned by sloe and a hint of smoked bacon. Plus toasted oak, violets, and fine vanilla. On the palate, medium to powerful body, velvety tannins, lively acidity – the finish long, slightly spicy with a floral note.

Serving temperature 16–18 °C. Pairs with lamb shank with rosemary, aged Manchego, or Ibérico ham – classic Iberian cuisine is obvious, but it works just as well with game ragout or strong hard cheese.