Bodegas Faustino Gran Reserva Rioja 2001 750ml

Bodegas Faustino I Gran Reserva 2001 is a classic and mature Rioja red wine from one of Spain’s most iconic estates. Crafted predominantly from Tempranillo, with small percentages of Graciano and Mazuelo, this Gran Reserva has been aged extensively in oak barrels and bottle, resulting in a wine of exceptional elegance, balance, and complexity.

The 2001 vintage reflects the perfect harmony of Rioja’s traditional winemaking, with developed aromas, silky tannins, and a long, refined finish. Ideal for collectors, connoisseurs, and special occasions, this wine showcases decades of aging potential and the hallmark finesse of Faustino’s flagship Gran Reserva series.

Tasting Notes

Colour:
Garnet with subtle brick-red edges, showing elegant maturity

Nose:
Dried cherry, plum, tobacco, cedar, leather, and hints of spice

Palate:
Medium to full-bodied with smooth, integrated tannins, mature red fruit, subtle vanilla, and earthy undertones

Finish:
Long, velvety, and refined with lingering spice and soft oak