Bodega Ostatu Rioja Gran Reserva, 2011 hand harvested " 'Mise de Tardive' also

" 'Mise de Tardive' also clues in to the wine

when indie bottler Gordon & MacPhail emptied the casks

but this pulls back short of full-on wildness

this 100% Pinot Noir offers layers of complexity and is bottled in eco-glass for a lighter footprint

This unusual yet classic wine is perfect for pairing with oysters off the grill or salt encrusted whole fish

Bodega Ostatu Rioja Gran Reserva, 2011 hand harvested " 'Mise de Tardive' alsoMade from the finest Tempranillo and Graciano grapes, this wine is aged for 24 months in oak casks and an additional 5 months in oak tubs, resulting in a long lasting, elegant wine with pronounced acidity. With aromas of candied fruit, woodwork, tobacco, and fine cocoa, and a sweet, velvety and spicy taste, this wine is a true expression of the potential of great vintages in Samaniego. Pair with roasted lamb and spicy rice or an old fashioned paella.