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Red Wine Contino Gran Reserva 2018
Gran Reserva red wine from La Rioja. Traditional blend aged for 24 months in oak barrels and for for 24 months minimum in the bottle.
Gran Reserva. 24 Months in French oak barrels
Percentage of Alcohol: 14º
Bottle size: 75 cl
D.O.: Rioja
Wineries: Viñedos del Contino
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Availability: In stock
€61.20
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A prime expression of DOCa Rioja's noblest classicism, the Viñedos del Contino winery crafts the wine Contino Gran Reserva from its very best vineyards, located in Rioja Alavesa.
The main component of this Spanish red wine is Tempranillo, complemented with Graciano, Mazuela (Carignan) and Grenache, all coming from vines planted around the village of Laguardia.
The grapes were selected both on site and in the cellar. After being destemmed, they were fermented and macerated for 15-20 days in stainless steel tanks, where this Gran Reserva red wine also completed malolactic fermentation.
After that, Contino Gran Reserva 2018 was transferred into French oak barrels and aged for 24 months. Bottled in July 2021, it was kept in the cellar for a minimum of 24 months before hitting the market.
Properly stored, this Rioja red wine should evolve nicely in the bottle.
We suggest that you decant this Gran Reserva from La Rioja at least 1 hour before drinking.
Additional Information
Additional Information
| Appearance | The red wine Contino Gran Reserva is pale purple with a garnet rim. |
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| Nose | Complex and multilayered, this blend of Tempranillo, Graciano, Mazuela and Grenache first suggests blackcurrants, raspberries and Middle Eastern spices, with hints of vanilla, cocoa and Havanna cigars. |
| Palate | This wine from Viñedos del Contino is fresher and more elegant and vibrant than ever, with a tightly-knit structure, a superb acidity and some high-quality, powdery tannins that spread across the palate. Very long finish, with a stylish mineral remembrance and intimations of balsamic herbs and exotic spices.. |
| Our personal opinion | A superb effort, the wine Contino Gran Reserva 2018 is the perfect combination of elegance, complexity and traditional Rioja character. |
| OTHER VINTAGES | Contino Gran Reserva 2017: Enterwine 94. Parker 94. Peñín 94. J. Suckling 94. T. Atkin 93. Contino Gran Reserva 2016: Enterwine 93. Contino Gran Reserva 2015: Enterwine 93. Guía Peñín 94. J. Suckling 97. Contino Gran Reserva 2014: Enterwine 94. Parker 93. Guía Peñín 94. J. Suckling 96. T. Atkin 92. Contino Gran Reserva 2012: Enterwine 94. Parker 93. Contino Gran Reserva 2011: James Suckling 97. Tim Atkin 96. Parker 93. Peñín 93. |
| Year | 2018 |
| Type | Red |
| D.O. | Rioja |
| Bottle size | 75 cl |
| Serving tempurature | 15-17ºC |
| Should this wine be decanted? | One hour before serving |
| Ageing | Gran Reserva |
| Type of ageing | Months in French oak barrels |
| Number of months aged in Barrels | 24 |
| Parker's Score | 94 |
| Peñin Score | 93 |
| Enterwine's Score | 94 |
| Media rating | 94 |
| Percentage of variety | Tempranillo 82%, Graciano 10%, Mazuela 5%, Garnacha 3%. |
| Pairings | Birds, Bull meat, Civet, Cured cheeses, Game animals, Grilled red meats, Red meat with gravy, Roasted foods, Roasted red meats, Sheep´s cheese, Specialty Spanish prosciutto , Stews |
| Taste | Complex and Elegant, Tasty with barrel notes, Very intense and inky |
| Occasion | A special occasion, Romantic Dinner, To bring to an engagement |
Reviews
2 Reviews
Mixed Thoughts...
When I tasted this 2017 G.R. Rioja last week, it left me with mixed thoughts. It didn't give me the 'wauw' great feeling effect. It is a good Rioja though with a pleasant taste, but to 'elegant' (thin) for me. I just prefer wines with more body. If I had to rate this wine I would give it 90 points.
Review by
(Posted on 2 November 2023)
Cheers
First Beronia, and now Contino. Two mighty Gran Reservas which I would drink at any time.
Review by
(Posted on 9 September 2019)
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