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Grapes for both the Crianzas and the Reservas are solely from the Rioja Alta and consist of Tempranillo, Mazuelo, Granacha, and Graciano. Grapes for the Antaño Tinto are sourced from two subdivisions: Rioja Alavesa and the Rioja Baja for the color and acidity imparted to the grapes from these two areas. Traditionally, vineyards in the Rioja Alta are planted predominately with Tempranillo, a noble grape with worldwide acclaim and which the Spanish regard as their best red varietal. This native grape is extremely wellsuited to the region's subclimate, which is influenced by both the Atlantic and Mediterranean Oceans. The soil throughout the Rioja is calcareous. Vines are naturally stressed in this type of soil, developing extensive root systems. It is not uncommon to find rootstocks ranging from 10 to 20 years old.

At Bodegas Antaño, winemaking honors tradition while using modem eonological innovation to produce some of Rioj a's finest wines today. We do so by keeping our focus on the fruit. In the process of making the wines we are careful to use new techniques judiciously, so as not to take anything away from the high quality of grapes we are fortunate to receive from our harvests each year.

Winemaker's Notes

Tinto: 90% Tempranillo, 5% Garnacha, 5% Mazuelo. Aged in American oak for eight months and one year in bottle prior to release.

Crianza: 75% Tempranillo, 15% Garnacha, 7% Mazuelo, 3% Graciano. Aged in American oak for 14 months and 18 months in the bottle prior to release.