The 2017 La Rioja Alta Ardanza Has Arrived and it’s Glorious!
La Rioja Alta Rioja Reserva Viña Ardanza 2017
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5 Comments
2015 Ardanza is way better than 2017 sadly.
American oak has a looser grain which allows for more rapid oxygenation, which is why oxidative styles like Rioja, Sherry, Port etc tend to use a portion of them. French oak has a much tighter grain which prevents oxygenation. They use 20% new oak.
i had the 2015 last year and loved it. the 2017 looks to be a bit cheaper so will definitely give it a try.
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Visited the winery in Rioja in late September. Had all of their wines including the 2010 and 2015 Gran Reservas and liked the Ardanza the best. Bought 2 cases. I can’t think of a better wine under $40.
cmon guys, 2017 is already available for 18 months 🙂 2019 has just been released 🙂 Still great wine. I stacked some 🙂