Marques de Riscal Rioja Reserva

$36.85

This classic Rioja Reserva from Marques de Riscal offers a complex blend of dark fruit and spice, aged to perfection in a combination of American and French oak barrels. Renowned for its elegant structure and rich flavors, it’s a must-have for lovers of sophisticated Spanish reds.

12 in stock

SKU: 214817 Size: 750ml Types: Red Country: Spain Practice: Traditional

The Marques de Riscal Rioja Reserva is a testament to the rich winemaking tradition of the Rioja region in Spain. Primarily crafted from Tempranillo grapes, with a small percentage of Graciano and Mazuelo, this wine embodies the quintessential Rioja charm. The grapes benefit from Rioja’s unique terroir characterized by its limestone-rich clay soil and the cooling influence of the nearby Ebro River, contributing to the wine’s balanced acidity and ripe fruit flavors. Aged for approximately two years in a mix of American and French oak barrels, the wine gains complexity with notes of vanilla and toasted wood, enhancing the inherent berry and cherry characteristics of the Tempranillo grape. The aging process also imparts the wine with soft, polished tannins and a long, lingering finish. With a prestigious history dating back to 1858, Marques de Riscal is one of Spain’s oldest wineries, and their Rioja Reserva remains an iconic representation of quality Spanish winemaking.

Varietal: Tempranillo, Graciano, Mazuelo

Appearance: Deep ruby red with a slight garnet edge, showing its years of careful aging.

Nose: Expressive aromas of ripe black cherries, plums, vanilla, and delicate hints of balsamic and leather.

Palate: On the palate, it reveals a harmonious blend of dark berries, subtle spice, and oak notes with a medium to full body, silky tannins, and a long, savory finish.

Ideal Pairings: Meats (game, lamb), aged cheeses like Manchego, and hearty vegetable dishes.

Harvesting Methods: Hand-harvested at optimum ripeness to ensure gentle handling of the grapes.

Residual Sugar: 2 g/L

ABV: 13.5%

Total Acidity: 5.6 g/L

pH: 3.6

Designation: Rioja Reserva