The Marqués de Riscal Reservas are made primarily from Tempranillo grapes planted before the 1970s in the finest calcareous clay soils of the Rioja Alavesa. Thanks to its well-balanced acidity and fine tannins, this variety thrives in both oak and bottle aging. Graciano, comprising no more than 10% of the blend, contributes freshness and vibrant color. Fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature of 26°C with a maceration period of no more than 12 days. The Riscal Reservas then age for approximately two years in American oak barrels, resulting in a wine that embodies the classic Rioja style: fresh, refined, elegant, and possessing great aging potential. Before release, it must undergo at least one year of bottle aging.
TASTE CHARACTERISTICS
A cherry-colored wine, very opaque, intense, and showing little sign of development. The nose is very expressive with notes of licorice, cinnamon, and black pepper, though the long oak aging is barely perceptible thanks to its great complexity and concentration of ripe fruit. On the palate, it is fresh, with very pleasantly polished tannins, good structure, yet easy to drink. The finish is long, leaving some light, balsamic notes of excellent quality.
PAIRING
This wine goes well with ham, not very mature cheese, stews with not very spicy sauces, boiled or steamed vegetables, poultry, red meat, grilled meat and roasts.
| Protected designation of origin: | DOCa Rioja |
| Grape varieties: | 96% Tempranillo and 4% Graciano. |
| Alcohol content: | 14.5% vol |
| Wine type: | red wine |
| Product made from: | Spain |
| Shelf life / storage capacity: | At least 10-15 years old (from birth year) |
| Vintage: | 2018 |
| Barrique aging: | Aged for 24 months in American barrels |
| Production method: | Classic |
| Taste: | dry |
| Serving temperature: | 16 - 18 degrees |
| Wine style: | Harmonious |
| Fill quantity: | |
| Closure: | Natural cork |
| Allergens: | Contains sulfites |
| Manufacturer: |
BODEGAS HROS MARQUES DE RISCAL SL Torrea, 1 01340 01340 Elciego (Álava) E |
Ingredients:
| Calorific value | kj (kcal) |
| Calories (kJ) | 0g |
| Karoline (kcal) | 0g |
| Fat | 0.0g |
| -hereof: saturated fatty acids | 0.0g |
| carbohydrates | 0.0g |
| -of which sugar | 0.0g |
| Dietary fiber | 0.0g |
| protein | 0.0g |
| Salt | 0.00g |
