The Faustino I Gran Reserva Rioja 2011 with 13.5% vol. in a generous 1.5 litre magnum bottle is an outstanding example of traditional Rioja Gran Reserva art, characterised by the renowned Bodegas Faustino in La Rioja. The magnum bottling offers optimal ageing conditions and emphasises the special depth and longevity of this iconic wine. It is predominantly based on Tempranillo, supplemented by classic Rioja grape varieties such as Graciano and Mazuelo, which together produce a wine of remarkable elegance, structure and aromatic complexity.

The 2011 vintage benefited from ideal climatic conditions, which resulted in ripe, concentrated grapes. After vinification, the wine matured traditionally for many years in American and French oak barrels before receiving its long rest in the bottle. This careful ageing gives it its characteristic maturity, multi-layered aroma and harmonious combination of fruit, spice and barrel notes. The Faustino I Gran Reserva Rioja 2011 is a wine with great depth and impressive balance - classic, noble and long-lasting, ideal for special moments and festive occasions.

Awards:

- European Winery of the Year 2025

- GOLD at Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2025

- GOLD at the International Wine Challenge 2025

- GOLD at the Bacchus Awards

- 91 points Wine Spectator 2021

- 94 points James Suckling Tasting 2020

- GREAT GOLD BERLINER Berliner Wine Trophy Summer Edition 2020

- The best Spanish red wine Decanter Magazine 2019

Tasting Note

In the glass, the wine presents itself in a deep ruby red colour with clear, mature garnet reflections. The nose reveals complex aromas of ripe dark berries, dried plums, tobacco, leather, vanilla and fine roasted flavours. On the palate, the Gran Reserva is full-bodied, silky and structured, with well-integrated tannins and a perfect balance of fruit, spice and delicate wood flavours. The long, elegant finish reveals mature notes, spicy depth and a lingering finish that impressively reflects the maturity of this great Rioja.

The Faustino I Gran Reserva Rioja 2011 is an excellent accompaniment to braised beef, leg of lamb, venison medallions, oxtail ragout or grilled steak. It also harmonises well with mature Manchego, tapas with Serrano ham, game ragout, mushroom dishes or pasta dishes with dark sauces. Thanks to its depth and maturity, it is ideal for festive occasions, special dinners and long moments of enjoyment. Served at 16-18 °C, this Gran Reserva reveals its full complexity and shows itself to be one of the great, timeless classics of Rioja.

Distributor/Importer:

Distributor/Importer: Bodegas Faustino, S.L., Familia Martínez Zabala, Ctra. Logroño s/n, 01320 Oyón, Álava, Spain, info@familiamartinezzabala.es

Allergens:

• O (= Schwefeldioxid und Sulfite)

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