Faustino I Gran Reserva, lives 26 months in barrels, 80% in new American oak barrels from West Virginia and 20% in French oak barrels from Los Vosgos
The Faustino was born in the 1960s, and the first bottle of Faustino I Gran Reserva Harvest 1964, went on the market in 1968.
Why Faustino? A tribute from the third generation, to its founding father, whose name was Faustino, and became the face of Faustino wine, bringing about a revolution in the world of wine, and today, almost 60 years later, it continues to be one of the most famous names in the world of wines, and a true icon.
A winemaker born in a small Rioja village, linked to the world of wine for two generations and with a career of more than 35 years in the winery; he has made Faustino I our best ambassador all over the world with time, wood, care and wisdom, keeping on and improving the legacy of his predecessor.
Technical Details
Cask
American white oak casks, French Oak
Made with
Tempranillo, Graciano, Mazuelo
Tasting Notes
Colour: Intense, bright ruby red.
Bouquet: Aromatic, delicate yet intense with glycerine notes.
Taste: Mellow, velvety and smooth.
Awards
Faustino I Gran Reserva 75 Aniversario 2005 - Medalla de Oro en los Premios Bacchus
Storage Instructions
Storage away from direct light in a cool and dry place
Grape varieties
Carignan, Graciano, Tempranillo
