Marqués de Riscal Rioja Reserva 2020

Profile: The Marqués de Riscal Rioja Reserva 2020 at a glance

• Marqués de Riscal Rioja Reserva 2020 - Nobility obliges (and tastes better than it sounds)
• Classic Rioja Reserva with aristocratic elegance
• Balanced cuvée from the renowned Rioja region
• Best served at 16–18°C - decant with pleasure
• Excellent with ham, beef, lamb, mushrooms, and medium-aged cheese
• Can be aged for up to 10 years - but is also a delight now.

Portrait: What makes the Marqués de Riscal Rioja Reserva 2020 special

When a wine When a wine bears the title "Marqués," one can expect a touch of elegance - and perhaps even a touch of drama. The Marqués de Riscal Rioja Reserva 2020 fulfills both with style and without airs and graces. A true Spaniard, in fact.

Since 1858, the Herederos del Marqués de Riscal house has been producing fine wines with aristocratic appeal in the famous wine region of Rioja. And while others back then were still trying to lug wine in clay jugs over dusty paths, the Riscal founders were already importing French know-how, barriques, and probably a certain grandeur as well.

The Rioja Reserva 2020 is a cuvée made from several grape varieties (the exact blend remains top secret, like a good family recipe) and shows that tradition can also move with the times - as long as you hold a glass in your hand.

The bottle's famous golden mesh casing not only looks chic, but also visually transforms the wine into a small work of art. Speaking of art: Anyone who has ever visited the avant-garde winery in Elciego knows that they don't even drink half a liter of the building here - designed by star architect Frank Gehry. Yes, that one.

With 14.5% vol. With its low alcohol content, cork closure, and ageability for special occasions, this wine isn't a thirst quencher, but a red statement. Best with ham, mushrooms, beef - or a Spanish siesta in style. Marqués de Riscal - a classic that knows how to make an impression. Even without a crown.

Conclusion: A classic Rioja Reserva with depth, balance, and aging potential - ideal for special occasions or discerning connoisseurs.

Tasting Notes: This is how the Marqués de Riscal Rioja Reserva 2020 tastes like

• Nose: Complex and elegant with aromas of ripe dark fruit, accompanied by fine spicy notes such as vanilla, cinnamon, and a hint of licorice. This is accompanied by delicate roasted aromas and a hint of fine wood.
• Palate: Soft, balanced, and smooth. The fruit takes center stage, harmoniously embedded in well-integrated tannins and subtle wood notes. A powerful, yet elegant impression with a fine structure.
• Finish: Long and pleasant with spicy, slightly balsamic notes. The fruit fades slowly, leaving a velvety, lingering mouthfeel.