Tasting Notes
A classic expression of Rioja, this Reserva shows aromas of ripe red cherry, plum and blackberry, layered with tobacco leaf, cedar, leather and sweet spice from extended oak ageing. The palate is supple yet structured, with generous fruit framed by fine, velvety tannins and lifted by balanced acidity. Notes of vanilla, cocoa and dried herbs add depth and savoury complexity, leading to a long, harmonious finish. Elegant and traditional in style, it offers both immediate appeal and the capacity to age gracefully over the next decade. - Chris L
Ramón Bilbao is one of Rioja’s most recognisable and enduring wineries, founded in 1924 in Haro, the historic heart of Rioja Alta. Named after its adventurous founder, Ramón Bilbao quickly earned a reputation for producing classic, age-worthy Tempranillo-based wines. Today the bodega combines nearly a century of tradition with a progressive outlook, under the guidance of its modern winemaking team.
The vineyards are primarily located in Rioja Alta, where altitude and cooler conditions favour elegance and freshness. Tempranillo is the cornerstone, complemented by Graciano, Garnacha and Mazuelo for reds, and Viura for whites. In the cellar, the hallmark style blends traditional American oak maturation with careful fruit handling to produce wines that balance Rioja’s hallmark spice and structure with purity and drinkability.
From Crianza through Reserva and Gran Reserva to limited single-vineyard bottlings, Ramón Bilbao’s range reflects both the heritage of Rioja and a forward-thinking vision, making it a trusted name for approachable, authentic wines that also have the capacity to age.
| Product Type | Wine Red Tempranillo & Friends |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Country | Spain |
| Region | Rioja |
| Winemaking Practices | Conventional |
| Vineyard Practices | Conventional |