lopez betran don bertran tinto reserva (release 70)

lopez betran don bertran tinto reserva (release 70) is a red wine produced by bodegas lopez betran, a family-owned winery located in the calatayud region of spain. the winery was founded in 2003 by the lopez betran brothers and focuses on producing high quality wines from local grape varieties. the tinto reserva don bertran is made from a blend of grenache, syrah and mazuelo grapes, which have been carefully selected and harvested by hand. the release 70 vintage comes from the year 2014 and is considered an excellent vintage for wines from this region. the colour of this wine is a deep red with purple highlights, which are typical of quality spanish red wines. on the nose, tinto reserva don bertran has aromas of ripe red fruit, such as cherry, strawberry and raspberry, as well as notes of vanilla and sweet spices. it also has subtle notes of smoke and cedar, due to being aged in french oak barrels for 18 months. on the palate, this wine is full-bodied and elegant with a solid tannic structure and well-balanced acidity. ripe red fruit flavours are enhanced by notes of vanilla, cinnamon and black pepper, with a long, lingering finish. this wine can be stored for 5-7 years under appropriate temperature and humidity conditions, allowing it to develop and refine over time. all in all, tinto reserva don bertran is an elegant and complex red wine that reflects the calatayud terroir and the expertise of the lopez betran brothers. it is an excellent choice to accompany grilled or roasted meat dishes, as well as strong cheeses.