Rioja: the old guard and the new elite

revolution since the 19th century. A new generation of winemakers started making ambitious wines in dramatic new styles. Although shunned by traditionalists, they challenged Rioja’s venerable hierarchy and became quality leaders. However, the best traditional reserva and gran reserva wines keep gaining followers with their complex aromatics, silky mouthfeel, and unsurpassed aging potential. In this seminar, we will compare some of the top wines in each style.