Faustino V Reserva

Tempranillo & Tempranillo-based Spanish Blends

Faustino V Reserva

Tempranillo & Tempranillo-based Spanish Blends

Bodegas Faustino, one of the ‘First Families of Rioja’, was founded in 1861 by the Martinez family and is actively managed today by the 6th generation Martinez daughters. Faustino received its recognition from the first export of Faustino Reserva wines in the 1960s. Today, the iconic bottle featuring Rembrandt's art has become the symbol of the excellence of Rioja wines, and Faustino wines are now enjoyed in more than 140 countries. 

Wine Production

This Reserva spends 2x time in barrel than what is required by the DOC Rioja. Aged for 24 months in American oak, followed by at least 12 months in bottle. 

Tasting Notes

Ripe fruit, cedar and clove spice aromas. Rich red and black fruit flavors, compote, cedar and vanilla flavors hints of cinnamon and clove spice. Long, rich finish.

Food Pairing

Pairs well with all kinds of meat dishes, mushrooms, ham, medium-aged cheeses and berry desserts.

Bodegas Faustino, one of the ‘First Families of Rioja’, was founded in 1861 by the Martinez family and is actively managed today by the 6th generation Martinez daughters. Faustino received its recognition from the first export of Faustino Reserva wines in the 1960s. Today, the iconic bottle featuring Rembrandt's art has become the symbol of the excellence of Rioja wines, and Faustino wines are now enjoyed in more than 140 countries. 

Wine Production

This Reserva spends 2x time in barrel than what is required by the DOC Rioja. Aged for 24 months in American oak, followed by at least 12 months in bottle. 

Tasting Notes

Ripe fruit, cedar and clove spice aromas. Rich red and black fruit flavors, compote, cedar and vanilla flavors hints of cinnamon and clove spice. Long, rich finish.

Food Pairing

Pairs well with all kinds of meat dishes, mushrooms, ham, medium-aged cheeses and berry desserts.

Sustainable Practices
Woman-Led

Vineyard & Production Info

Production area/appellation:
Rioja Alavesa
Vineyard name:
Oyón (Álava)
Soil composition:
chalky
Elevation:
1476 feet
Certifying Organizations:
Sustainable Wineries for Climate Protection
Sustainability Certification:
certified, stated on label

Winemaking & Aging

Varietal composition:
92% Tempranillo, 8% Mazuelo
Fermentation container:
stainless steel tank
Malolactic fermentation:
yes
Fining agent:
animal based
Type of aging container:
new American oak barrels (225 L)
Length of aging before bottling:
24 months
Total SO2:
92

Analytical Data

pH level:
3.31
Acidity:
5 g/L
Alcohol:
13.5 %
Dry extract:
1.5 g/L
Total SO2:
92
Residual sugar:
1.7 g/L

About the Vineyard

Vineyards are located in the Oyón area of the Rioja Alavesa zone at an average altitude of 450m. Soils are predominantly calcareous based on marl, alternating with coarse-grained sandstone that easily crumbles and is laid out horizontally. The terrain has a slight slope, which means that the lower areas collect eroded material from the higher areas. This soil gives the grapes grown here aromas and notes of undergrowth. What’s more, it also adds warmth to the wines.