Martínez Lacuesta – Colección Familia Gran Reserva 2012 – Rioja Alta Spain

Colección Familia Gran Reserva 2012 from Martínez Lacuesta is a mature Rioja Alta red blending 75% Tempranillo, 20% Graciano and 5% Mazuelo.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grapes: 75% Tempranillo, 20% Graciano, 5% Mazuelo
• Region: Rioja D.O.Ca., Rioja Alta, Spain
• Vintage: 2012
• Aging: 36 months in American oak
• Style: Dry red wine (Gran Reserva)

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

Ripe red fruit is layered with dried leaves, sweet spice, tobacco and mature savory notes, while Graciano contributes freshness and tension to an elegant, persistent palate.

❤️ Why We Love It

• A classic 75/20/5 Rioja blend confirmed by the winery for the 2012 vintage
• Long American-oak aging gives the wine mature Rioja character
• Freshness and structure remain intact after extended evolution

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Roast lamb or beef
• Game dishes
• Slow-cooked meats
• Aged hard cheeses

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Lovers of mature traditional Rioja
✓ Collectors who value balance and long aging
✕ Not ideal if you prefer young, fruit-forward reds

Scores

94 Points – Tim Atkin
94 Points – Wine Enthusiast
91 Points – James Suckling