In the glass
Aroma: dark plum, blackberry, cedar, herbs
Palate: concentrated dark fruit, cedar spice, structured tannins, mineral
The Reserva tier from Hacienda Zorita's organic Salamanca estate: concentrated dark plum, blackberry and cedar from Tinto Fino, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah aged 18 months in French oak.
What it pairs with
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Slow-roasted lamb shoulder
Firm structure and dark fruit suit the rich, slow-cooked lamb. -
Grilled sirloin with herbs
Concentrated dark fruit and structured tannins need the richness of beef steak. -
Aged Manchego with dried fruits
Firm tannins and dark fruit are balanced by the nutty, sweet cheese pairing.
How to serve Hacienda Zorita Reserva
Allow 95 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and decant. Open 90 minutes before serving and pour into a decanter to aerate.
- Serve at 16-18°C. Cellar temperature (16-18°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a large Bordeaux-style glass: the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Slow-roasted lamb shoulder, Grilled sirloin with herbs, Aged Manchego with dried fruits. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
The Hacienda Zorita Reserva represents the extended-ageing tier from the organic Salamanca province estate, blending native Tinto Fino with Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah and spending 18 months in French oak for a fuller, more complex expression.
- 2008 — First Hacienda Zorita Reserva released from the organic Salamanca estate
Facts
- Producer
- Hacienda Zorita
- Grapes
- Tinto Fino, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah
- Classification
- VT Castilla y Leon
- Oak
- 18 months in French oak
- ABV
- 14.0%
- Price
- EUR 22-32 at retail
- Drinking window
- 5-12 from vintage
- First vintage
- 2008
- Organic
- ORGANIC CERTIFIED
Frequently asked about Hacienda Zorita Reserva
What does Hacienda Zorita Reserva taste like?
On the nose, dark plum, blackberry, cedar, herbs. On the palate, concentrated dark fruit, cedar spice, structured tannins, mineral. Structurally full-bodied, firm tannins, medium acidity with a long finish. The Reserva tier from Hacienda Zorita's organic Salamanca estate: concentrated dark plum, blackberry and cedar from Tinto Fino, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah aged 18 months in French oak.
When should I drink Hacienda Zorita Reserva?
Drink 5-12 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Hacienda Zorita Reserva?
Slow-roasted lamb shoulder is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Grilled sirloin with herbs and Aged Manchego with dried fruits. Firm structure and dark fruit suit the rich, slow-cooked lamb.
What grapes are in Hacienda Zorita Reserva?
The blend is Tinto Fino, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah. The wine is classified as VT Castilla y Leon.