At a glance

Producer

Bodegas LAN

Region

Rioja, Spain

Grape variety

Tempranillo (with portions of Mazuelo and Graciano)

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$35-50 USD

Tasting profile

Intense blackberry and cherry, cocoa, toast, allspice, and liquorice; vibrant and dense on the palate.

Evolution: Will develop secondary notes of leather, tobacco, dried fig, cedar with age.

At peak: Peak expected with greater textural polish, nuanced aromatics, and silky tannins.

Structure

Acidity

Medium to medium-high, fresh for Rioja

Tannins

Firm, ripe, well-integrated

Alcohol

Typically 14.5% ABV

Aging potential

Excellent; will evolve complexity over 8-12 years.

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2026 to 2030

Optimal window

2024 to 2032

Current status

Drinkable now but highly ageworthy.

Current condition

Youthful, structured, exhibiting ripe fruit and refined oak integration.

LAN A Mano is styled for depth and longevity, from old-vine selections and concentrated berries, matured in new French oak for structure and definition. The 2020 will gain most from 2-6 more years in bottle, with tertiary flavors developing thereafter.

Food pairing

Roast lamb, Iberico pork, grilled mushrooms, aged Manchego, or hearty bean stews.

Serving

Decant

Yes (30 minutes) — The wine has firm tannins and is medium-bodied, which can benefit from aeration to soften the tannins and enhance the flavors.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Native cover cropping, reduced chemical inputs, solar energy in winery, precision irrigation to minimize water use, light-weight bottles, prioritization of local suppliers.

Bodegas LAN is a sustainability leader in Rioja, actively championing eco-friendly vineyard management and winery operations. Their use of renewable energy and water-saving technology is progressive, and their light-weight bottles help reduce emissions during transport. While not organic or biodynamic, their holistic sustainability strategy, robust third-party certification, and continual improvement efforts result in a strong but not perfect sustainability profile. Some sustainability limitations persist due to the use of new oak and broad distribution.