Wine detail

La Rioja Alta S.A.

Gran Reserva 904

Rioja Alta

2016

Vintage

Varietal

Tempranillo

Peak 2024-2050

Where it is, October 2026

At Peak: inside the peak window (2024-2050), within the full drinking arc.

This bottle is in its peak window through 2050, with a drinking horizon to 2058.

The ‘16 Gran Reserva 904.

La Rioja Alta S.A. Gran Reserva 904 2016 is a Tempranillo from Rioja Alta, Spain.

Cellared Ageability Index (CAI) drinking timeline

Full drinking arcYou are here · at peak, 2026

Storage and bottle condition can shift the experience.

Full drinking arc 2022-2058Peak window 2024-2050

The peak window sits inside the broader full drinking arc.

Tasting note

La Rioja Alta S.A. Gran Reserva 904 2016 has a full body, balanced acidity, and firm tannins.

The 2016 vintage

La Rioja Alta S.A.'s 2016 Gran Reserva 904 is a Tempranillo from Rioja Alta, Spain.

About La Rioja Alta S.A.

La Rioja Alta S.A.'s Gran Reserva 904 is a Tempranillo from Rioja Alta, Spain.

Pairing suggestions

Cellared suggestions based on the wine and dish descriptions.

Bone-in ribeye with rosemary butter

The pairing is scaled to the wine's full body.

Braised lamb shanks with garlic confit

The wine's balanced acidity keeps the pairing lively.

Aged Manchego with quince paste

The pairing leaves room for the wine's firm tannins.

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Frequently Asked

What is La Rioja Alta S.A. Gran Reserva 904 2016?

La Rioja Alta S.A. Gran Reserva 904 2016 is a Tempranillo from Rioja Alta, Spain.

What does La Rioja Alta S.A. Gran Reserva 904 2016 taste like?

La Rioja Alta S.A. Gran Reserva 904 2016 has a full body, balanced acidity, and firm tannins.

When should La Rioja Alta S.A. Gran Reserva 904 2016 be opened?

The canonical CAI full drinking arc is 2022-2058. Within that arc, the peak window is 2024-2050. The full arc is the broader period the wine may drink well; the peak window is when it is most likely to show its best balance. Storage, fill level, cork condition, and preference can shift the decision. Taste before adding more air or holding the rest.

What pairs with La Rioja Alta S.A. Gran Reserva 904 2016?

Pair this wine with Bone-in ribeye with rosemary butter; Braised lamb shanks with garlic confit; or Aged Manchego with quince paste.