At a glance

Producer

Bodegas Agramont

Region

Navarra, Spain

Grape variety

Tempranillo (with possible Graciano/Mazuelo blend)

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$25-$35 USD retail

Tasting profile

Evolved aromas of dried cherry, tobacco leaf, leather, sweet spice, cedar; palate with rounded fruit, soft acidity, mellow oak.

Evolution: Developed bottle bouquet with tertiary notes: earth, truffle, cigar box, faded red fruit.

At peak: At peak: complex interplay of dried fruit, spice, gentle oak, and savory nuance, all supported by a supple mouthfeel.

Structure

Acidity

Medium to medium-plus, providing freshness

Tannins

Silky, well-resolved, with integrated grip

Alcohol

13.5% (typical for Navarra Gran Reserva)

Aging potential

Continues to evolve gracefully, with some further complexity until 2026/2027

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2023 to 2026

Optimal window

2022 to 2027

Current status

Approaching peak; ready to drink but will hold.

Current condition

Fully mature structure, integrated tannins, well-developed tertiary notes expected.

The 2015 Gran Reserva from Navarra was built for extended cellaring, with ample structure and well-judged oak. By 2024, tertiary nuances have emerged, yet the wine retains enough vibrancy for further enjoyment through 2027, after which primary fruit will diminish and structure will soften further.

Food pairing

Classic pairing with roast lamb, mature Manchego, grilled mushrooms, and Spanish stews with smoked paprika.

Serving

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 6/10

Producer reports some measures in vineyard water management and standard integrated pest management; limited evidence of renewable energy use or significant packaging innovation.

Bodegas Agramont employs some sustainable farming practices typical for the Navarra region but lacks robust third-party certification or leadership in environmental innovation. Petite steps have been taken in reducing chemical use and optimizing water, but there is limited evidence of major energy or packaging advances. The global carbon footprint is neutral to moderate, depending on route. The overall sustainability score reflects sound but average practices, well below Spain's flagship organic and biodynamic benchmarks.