The Marqués de Cáceres Rioja Reserva is a luscious, ruby-red wine from the Rioja region of Spain. It has a deep, intense nose with aromas of ripe red fruits, baking spices, and a hint of leather. On the palate, it is full-bodied and structured, with flavors of dark cherry, blackberry, and subtle oak. The finish is long and elegant, with a touch of sweetness and lingering spices. This is a well-balanced, classic Reserva that is nicely suited to be enjoyed with cured meats, rich cheeses, and slow-cooked dishes.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This deep, ruby-red Marqués de Cáceres Rioja Reserva is an intense, complex wine with aromas of dark fruit, toasted oak, and licorice.On the palate, it is full-bodied and well-balanced, with flavors of ripe blackberry, cassis, and clove spice, and hints of tobacco and leather. It has good acidity and a long, smooth finish. An elegant and powerful Rioja that is sure to delight.
EXPERT RATING
4.5
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2024
Profile
Sweetness:
No sweetness
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Non-Alcoholic
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Firm
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (4)
Mazuelo
Garnacha
Graciano
Tempranillo
ORIGINS
Winery: Marqués de Cáceres
Region: Rioja
Rioja is Spain's most celebrated wine region, located in the north of the country in the autonomous community of La Rioja. It is bordered by the Basque Country, Navarra and Aragón, and is home to some of the country's most iconic wines.
Rioja has a long and storied history of winemaking, with evidence of viticulture dating back to the Roman Empire. The region was officially founded in 1925, and is now one of the most famous and respected wine regions in the world.