The Faustino I Gran Reserva Rioja 2011, with an alcohol content of 13.5% vol., comes in a generous 1.5-litre magnum bottle and is an outstanding example of the traditional art of Rioja Gran Reserva, crafted by the renowned Bodegas Faustino in La Rioja. The magnum bottle provides optimal ageing conditions and highlights the exceptional depth and longevity of this iconic wine. It is predominantly made from Tempranillo, complemented 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. Following vinification, the wine was traditionally aged for many years in American and French oak barrels before undergoing a long period of bottle ageing. This meticulous ageing process lends it its characteristic maturity, multi-layered aromas and the harmonious balance between fruit, spice and oak notes. The Faustino I Gran Reserva Rioja 2011 is a wine of great depth and impressive balance – classic, elegant and long-lasting, ideal for special moments and festive occasions.

Awards:

- European Winery of the Year 2025

- GOLD at the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2025

- GOLD at the International Wine Challenge 2025

- GOLD at the Bacchus Awards

- 91 points from Wine Spectator 2021

- 94 points at the James Suckling Tasting 2020

- GREAT GOLD at the Berliner Wein Trophy Summer Edition 2020

- The best Spanish red wine, Decanter Magazine 2019

Tasting Note

In the glass, the wine presents a deep ruby red colour with distinct, mature garnet highlights. On the nose, complex aromas of ripe dark berries, dried plums, tobacco, leather, vanilla and subtle toasted notes unfold. On the palate, the Gran Reserva is full-bodied, silky and well-structured, with well-integrated tannins and a perfect balance of fruit, spice and subtle oak notes. The long, elegant finish reveals mature notes, spicy depth and a lingering aftertaste that impressively reflects the maturity of this great Rioja.

The Faustino I Gran Reserva Rioja 2011 is excellent with braised beef, leg of lamb, venison medallions, oxtail ragout or grilled steak. It also pairs beautifully 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 moments of prolonged enjoyment. Served at 16–18 °C, this Gran Reserva reveals its full complexity and proves 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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