Montecillo Reserva is a premium red wine produced by Bodegas Montecillo, a renowned winery located in the Rioja appellation of Spain. The grapes used to make this wine are sourced from the winery's own vineyards, which are situated in the foothills of the Sierra de Cantabria mountain range. The winemaking process involves a careful selection of the best grapes, followed by a long aging period in oak barrels, which imparts a complex and elegant character to the wine. Montecillo Reserva is a classic Rioja wine, known for its deep ruby color, aromas of ripe fruit and vanilla, and a smooth and velvety texture on the palate. It is a perfect match for grilled meats, stews, and aged cheeses.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Rioja Reserva offers a complex nose of ripe red fruits, leather, and tobacco.On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and well-structured, with firm tannins, a good concentration of fruit, and a long finish. A classic Rioja Reserva, this wine is a great pairing for roasted meats and hearty stews.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2025
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Mildly aromatic
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Bold
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grainy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Tempranillo
ORIGINS
Winery: Montecillo
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.