LAN Mencion Reserva Rioja 2016
Best enjoyed with food rather than on its own. Allow at least 15 minutes of breathing after opening.
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Immediately after pouring, a faint aroma of waterlogged stone or slight fishiness.
After 5 minutes,
subtle scents of pomegranate, raspberry, and wild cherry begin to emerge.
Acidity: ●●●●◐
Sweetness: ●◐○○○
Body: ●●○○○
Tannin: ●○○○○
Despite the heavy and slightly fishy nose, the palate felt surprisingly light and diluted, even a bit watery
Tastes like pomegranate and raspberry juice, with hints of fresh grass and a touch of milkiness.
A slight alcoholic note lingers on the palate.
Though the initial nose might be subtle, the wine shows fairly good balance.
Still, it’s best paired with food.
Enjoyed it with charcoal-grilled meat.
Not a wine that feels luxurious or refined— but definitely one that’s easy to approach and pleasant to drink.
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LAN Mencion Reserva Rioja 2016
Region⎮Spain > Rioja
Producer⎮Bodegas LAN
Grape⎮Tempranillo, Garnacha, Mazuelo
ABV⎮13.5%
** The blending ratio — 96% Tempranillo, 2% Garnacha, and 2% Mazuelo — is consistently listed on Korean wine retail websites, but it is not confirmed on the official winery website or international sources. It is likely based on secondary information rather than an official statement from the producer.
