RODA Reserva 2022

RODA RESERVA 2022

Some Riojas seek to express tradition, while others, without abandoning it, interpret it from a more precise, elegant, and contemporary perspective. RODA Reserva 2022 perfectly embodies this philosophy. A wine born in one of Spain's historic wine regions, crafted by Bodegas RODA in the emblematic Station District of Haro, and built upon the constant pursuit of balance between fruit, freshness, depth, and aging.

The winery selects the grapes for this wine from old vines located primarily around Haro and Rioja Alta, a territory marked by the Atlantic influence and a combination of altitudes, orientations, and soils that allow for the preservation of freshness even in vintages of greater ripeness. Vineyard selection is fundamental to RODA's current philosophy: the wine is not solely constructed from a selection of barrels, but rather from the identification of the vineyards that, in each vintage, offer the desired profile.

The 2022 vintage is made with a blend of 91% Tempranillo, 7% Graciano, and 2% Garnacha. The Tempranillo provides structure and the characteristic Rioja identity; Graciano contributes freshness, aromatic intensity, and tension, while Garnacha adds breadth, fruit, and a warmer, more enveloping dimension.

The harvest is done by hand, and the grapes pass through a sorting table before winemaking begins. Fermentation occurs spontaneously in French oak vats, ensuring the process respects the identity of the grape and the vineyard. The wine then continues aging in French oak barrels, where it develops depth and complexity without losing its fruit expression.

In the glass, RODA Reserva 2022 displays an intense, profound, and enveloping personality. Ripe fruit, with hints of cherry and black plum, is accompanied by spicy nuances of clove and cinnamon, along with perfectly integrated aging notes. It is a wine of great volume and depth, yet it maintains an elegance that avoids any feeling of heaviness.

The palate is ample, structured, and flavorful. Ripe fruit provides breadth and richness, while the aging and tannic structure contribute to its depth. The result is a balanced and complex Rioja, with a long finish and great versatility.

RODA Reserva 2022 is a wine that perfectly encapsulates the personality of Bodegas RODA: respect for Rioja tradition, meticulous vineyard selection, and a contemporary approach to aging. It doesn't seek to make oak the star, but rather an integral part of a whole in which fruit, freshness, and texture play a fundamental role.

At El Sumiller, we selected RODA Reserva 2022 because it represents one of the most refined expressions of contemporary Rioja. A wine with depth and volume, but also with elegance and balance; a Reserva capable of satisfying both those who seek Rioja tradition and those who prefer more precise, fresh, and defined wines.

A Rioja of great personality, gastronomic and versatile, which can be enjoyed now for its richness and expressiveness, but also possesses sufficient structure to evolve positively in the bottle.

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Deep, dark red color.

Nose: Intense and profound, with ripe fruit, dark cherry, black plum, and elegant aging notes such as clove and cinnamon.

Palate: Voluminous, deep, and structured, with a broad and flavorful texture. The fruit and aging are perfectly integrated, resulting in an elegant, balanced, and persistent Rioja.

Food Pairing

Ideal with roasted red meats, ribeye steak, lamb, game, complex stews, braised beef cheeks, hearty soups, Iberian cured meats, and aged cheeses.

Serving Temperature

Serve between 16 and 18 ºC.

Aging Potential

Its structure and balance allow it to be enjoyed now, although it can also age gracefully.