WINE DESCRIPTION
Montecillo Rioja Gran Reserva is a classic example of Spanish winemaking at its finest. It is a deep, ruby-colored red wine with aromas of blackberry, cassis, and spices. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and has flavors of ripe plums, black cherries, dried herbs, and tobacco. The tannins are well-integrated and give the wine a smooth, velvet-like texture. The finish is long and elegant, with notes of espresso, dark chocolate, and oak. A perfect companion to red meats, Montecillo Rioja Gran Reserva is sure to impress.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Montecillo Rioja Gran Reserva is a bold, complex and intense wine with a deep ruby color.On the nose, aromas of blackberry, cassis and dried prunes mingle with notes of leather and tobacco. On the palate, the wine displays juicy tannins, integrated oak and a long, silky finish. Monetecillo Rioja Gran Reserva has a complex layering of flavors and a well-rounded complexity that lingers in the mouth. This is an outstanding wine from a classic Rioja producer.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2041
Profile
Sweetness:
No sweetness
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (3)
Tempranillo
Mazuelo
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.CUSTOMER RATING
4.0
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