For those who have never experienced a Gran Reserva Rioja, it's truly an amazing combination of nature and winemaking skill. These are our favorite types.

Bodegas Ramón Bilbao - Rioja Crianza 2015 (750ml) available at Sal's Beverage World in Villa Park, IL

Color: Clean and bright with a medium robe and a ruby red color. Aroma: On the nose it is complex with aromas of red fruits, sweet spices with a balsamic.

"Perfumed and beautiful with blackberry and violet aromas. Some sandalwood, too. Medium-bodied with refined, polished tannins and a long, pretty finish. Very fine tannins. Lovely texture.". 93 Points…

Marqués de Cáceres - Rioja Reserva (750ml) available at East Windsor Bottle King in East Windsor, NJ

Bodegas Campo Viejo - Reserva Rioja Nv available at My Wine & Spirits in Poughkeepsie, Ny

Maroon, with the aroma of fresh, dark fruits like blackberries and licorice with sweet tones of nutmeg. Intense in mouth. 100% Tempranillo to accompany cold.

Bodegas Lan - Rioja Reserva 2017 (750ml) available at Liquor Outlet Wine Cellars in Boonton, Nj

This wine shows shades of medium to deep shiny cherry color. To the nose, intense aromas of ripe fruits (blackberries, blackcurrants) stand out, complemented.

Ramon Cardova is a luxurious example of Spain's famous Rioja wines. Produced from 100% Tempranillo grapes, which are carefully selected from old vines surrounding the town of Haro, La Rioja. With its…

Bodegas Ontanon - Crianza Rioja 2020 (750ml) available at Blue Streak Wines & Spirits in Long Island City, NY

Located in the heart of Rioja Alavesa, Casa Primicia's Vina Diezmo aims to produce wines that express the character of Tempranillo.Their Reserva comes.

Marqués de Cáceres - Rioja Crianza Nv (750ml) available at Cheers Wine & Spirits in Voorhees, Nj

This 100% Tempranillo wine showcases a bright and intense cherry red color with bluish glints, setting the stage for a sensory journey. On the nose, you'll discover enticing notes of raspberry and…