Red Wine Marqués de Riscal Reserva 2019
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This well-known Spanish red wine embodies like few others the essence of La Rioja.
Among other things, the region is famed for the age-worthy potential of its wines. A quality, by the way, which Marqués de Riscal Reserva, produced by the Marqués de Riscal winery, abundantly possesses.
Made from a traditional Rioja blend, the Tempranillo is the main component, nuanced by a dollop of Graciano. The grapes come from vines that have already reached quite a respectable age, as they were planted before the 1970s.
Vinified under controlled temperature and macerated for 12 days, Marqués de Riscal Reserva 2019 was subsequently aged in American oak barrels for 21 months.
Prior to its commercial release, this Rioja red wine was aged for 12 months in the cellar.
Aerate this Reserva red wine some time before drinking.
Appearance | The wine Marqués de Riscal Reserva is medium ruby with a garnet-reddish rim. |
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Nose | An absolutely classic Rioja in the best sense of the term, this blend of Tempranillo and Graciano carries lively aromas of ripe black and red fruit, with some delicate toasted nuances, a smokey touch, and hints of vanilla, clove and pepper. |
Palate | Rich, finely crafted texture, with some ripe, yummy tannins and a well-balanced acidity. The notes of fruit, balsam and spices mingle toghether harmoniously, and the finish of this wine of bodega Marqués de Riscal is long and evocative. |
Our personal opinion | A sure bet, Marqués de Riscal Reserva 2019 is a quintessential Rioja. |
OTHER VINTAGES | Marqués de Riscal Reserva 2018: Enterwine 91. Peñín 93. James Suckling 92. Marqués de Riscal Reserva 2017: Enterwine 91. Guía Peñín 94. Marqués de Riscal Reserva 2016: Enterwine 91. Guía Peñín 93. Marqués de Riscal Reserva 2015: Enterwine 91. Guía Peñín 92. Marqués de Riscal Reserva 2013: Enterwine 90. Peñín 91. Marqués de Riscal Reserva 2012: Peñín 92. Enterwine 90. Marqués de Riscal Reserva 2011: Peñín 92. Marqués de Riscal Reserva 2010: Peñín 92. Marqués de Riscal Reserva 2008: Peñín 90. Parker 88. |
Year | 2019 |
Type | Red |
D.O. | Rioja |
Bottle size | 75 cl |
Serving tempurature | 16-18ºC |
Should this wine be decanted? | 20 minutes before serving |
Ageing | Reserva |
Type of ageing | Months in American oak barrels |
Number of months aged in Barrels | 21 |
Peñin Score | 93 |
Enterwine's Score | 91 |
Media rating | 92 |
Other guides | J. Suckling 92. |
Percentage of variety | Tempranillo, Graciano. |
Pairings | Cooked foods, Grilled red meats, Mushrooms, Poultry, Roasted foods, Roasted lamb, Roasted turkey, Sheep´s cheese, Specialty Spanish prosciutto , Stews, Stuffed Chicken, Vegetables, White meat with gravy |
Taste | Complex and Elegant, Tasty with barrel notes |
Occasion | Business dinner, Dinner with friends, Family reunion, To bring to an engagement |
This is a very nice tasting Reserva 2017.
It's medium bodied, well balanced, with a nice oaky touch, a typical good Rioja and very good value for money!