Wine Notes
A classic Rioja that highlights the elegance and complexity that can be found in these wines if made well and allowed to age properly. 1998 was an excellent year in Rioja and the 904 has a wonderful balance of fruit and oak whilst remaining fresh and savoury on the nose.
Producer Notes
La Rioja Alta produce a large number of wines from the low to the high end of the market. They are traditional in style but employ modern facilities and set the marker for quality in the region. Their wines are well made and thoughtful but complexity starts with the Viรฑa Ardana and Ardanza Reservas. These provide excellent value and should be approached with at least 5 years of age. In good years they produce two Gran Reservas, 904 and 890, which are elegant, complex, and sometimes tricky to get hold of, particularly the latter. Both rank among the best wines produced in Rioja.
Vintage Notes
1998 was a big but average quality vintage in Rioja
Other formats of 1998 La Rioja Alta Rioja Gran Reserva 904
Other wines from La Rioja Alta
2004 Rioja Gran Reserva 890: ยฃ120
2004 Rioja Gran Reserva 904 (150cl): ยฃ180
2005 Rioja Gran Reserva 904 (150cl): ยฃ165
2005 Rioja Gran Reserva 904: ยฃ105
2007 Rioja Gran Reserva 904: ยฃ72
2009 Rioja Gran Reserva 904: ยฃ115
2009 Rioja Reserva Vina Ardanza: ยฃ48
2011 Rioja Gran Reserva 904 (150cl): ยฃ180
2011 Rioja Gran Reserva 904: ยฃ69
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