Faustino V Reserva Rioja

The **Faustino V Reserva Rioja** is a distinguished 2018 vintage red wine from Spain's Rioja Alavesa region, crafted by the esteemed Bodegas Faustino. Blending **92% Tempranillo** and **8% Mazuelo**, this Reserva is aged for **24 months in American oak barrels** followed by **12+ months in bottle**, exceeding DOCa Rioja requirements for depth and complexity. Offering aromas of **ripe blackberries, plums, and sweet toasted oak** with subtle notes of cocoa and truffle, the palate is elegantly structured with fine-grained tannins, layered dark fruit flavors, and a lingering finish of dried fruit and spice. Award-winning and versatile, it pairs beautifully with grilled meats, aged cheeses, and berry desserts, embodying the balance and tradition of Rioja winemaking. Process & Profile Faustino V Reserva is a blend of 92% Tempranillo and 8% Mazuelo, sourced from the calcareous soils of Rioja Alavesa. The grapes undergo a meticulous fermentation process followed by 16 months of agin