摘要
OFF THE VINE BARON DE LEY RESERVA RIOJA Rioja is a classic Spanish wine and often overlooked.Grown in the continental climate to the south of the Cantabrian Mountains,its making is an ancient tradition dating back to the Phoenicians.Choosing one can be a touch confusing,as the varietal is classified by age:as the name implies,gran reserva is the distinguished eldei;matured for at least five years and within strict regulations,right down to the type of oak.Reserva has had at least three years in oak barrels,giving com.plexity and earthiness.Crianza is more cas.ual with one oaky year and joven is young.