Bagordi Rioja Reserva 2015

Bagordi Rioja Reserva, Rioja, Spain, 2015 

Grapes: A blend  of 70% Tempranillo & 30% Graciano, organic, hand picked, aged 18 months in French oak barrels with more than 3 years in bottle before release

Producer Tasting Note:

A classic, elegant and well rounded Reserva from an outstanding vintage. Clean and bright cherry colour, with expressive aromas of balsamic and spices, toasted almonds, while in the background ripe red fruit. Integrated fruit and oak on the palate, with velvety tannins and hints of balsamic and spices. A very agreeable dark chocolate aftertaste. 

Critics' Tasting Notes:

"Luminous ruby ​​red. Youthful, fruity opening. Light vanilla aromas on the nose. A hint of figs, berries, and plums.On the palate, it is light-footed, with a well-integrated structure of acidity and tannins. The finish is accompanied by a pleasant freshness. Slightly peppery."  Drink 2024-2029

92/100 points, VINUM WINE MAGAZINE, October 2024

"Colour ,cherry, garnet rim. Aroma ,black fruit, ripe fruit, old leather, aromatic coffee, sweet spices. Flavour ,fruity, balanced, smoky aftertaste, slightly dry, soft tannins. Colour ,deep cherry. Aroma ,ripe fruit, dried herbs, toasted bread. Flavour ,powerful, ripe fruit, spicy, round tannins."

90/100 points, GUIA PENIN (Spain). May 2025

Also awarded 92/100 points, Tim Atkin MW, January 2026

Food Match: Great with lamb or game. Try charcoal grilled squab (pigeon) in a red wine sauce, Woodcock casserole, hare in chocolate sauce, deer with wild berries