At a glance

Producer

Bodega Garzón

Region

Uruguay, Maldonado

Grape variety

Tannat

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$17–$25 USD

Tasting profile

Blackberry, plum, fig, and smoky oak interplay. Violets, spice, herbal and subtle graphite tones.

Evolution: Fruit and structure harmonize over time; tannins soften, developing forest floor, leather, cacao.

At peak: At peak: vibrant dark fruit, fine tannins, complexity, balanced oak and mineral finish.

Structure

Acidity

Medium-plus, balancing the fruit and tannin profile.

Tannins

Robust and grippy but integrating; classic for Tannat variety.

Alcohol

14% ABV (typical for this wine and vintage).

Aging potential

Moderate. Benefit from a few more years but best enjoyed by 2027.

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2022 to 2026

Optimal window

2021 to 2027

Current status

Drinking well, entering maturity. Suitable for immediate enjoyment and short-term aging.

Current condition

Solidly mature, with structure softening and fruit integration evident.

Garzón Tannat Reserva is built for early to mid-term drinking. By 2024, its fruit expression and tannin integration are at their most harmonious, with secondary notes emerging but freshness retained. Will hold but not significantly improve after 2026.

Food pairing

Grilled beef, lamb chops, chorizo, mature Manchego or Parmesan cheeses, hearty lentil stews.

Serving

Decant

Yes (30 minutes) — The robust and grippy tannins of the Tannat are integrating, which suggests that decanting will help soften the tannins and enhance the wine's aromas and flavors.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 9/10

Dry-farmed vineyards, rainwater harvesting, on-site solar, natural pest management, recycling programs, lightweight bottles and corks from sustainable sources.

Bodega Garzón is renowned as South America's most sustainable winery. The estate uses gravity-flow technology, prioritizes biodiversity conservation, and champions vineyard reforestation. LEED-certified facilities minimize resource use. While not organic, overall practices surpass most regional peers; bottling materials and renewable energy further lower environmental impact.