The reserva wines of Marqués de Riscal are made principally from Tempranillo vines which are over 15 years old. This is a variety that ages well in wood, producing wines with a good tannic structure, colour and acidity. . The reserva wines of Riscal spend approximately two years in American oak barrels, forming a wine that adheres to the principles of classic Rioja wines.

Tasting notes

The grapes TEMPRANILLO, GRACIANO, and MAZUELO is used in the reserva wines of MarquÈs de Riscal. These varieties age well in wood, producing wines with a good tannic structure, color and acidity during the ageing process. The reserva wines of Riscal spend approximately two years in American oak barrels, forming a wine which adheres to the principles of classic Rioja wines.

Rating

Wine Director 89 points Warm stewedfruit aromas open on to brooding, dark berry fruit and plum character, with a savoury, earthy mid-palate, rounded out by a hint of toasted oak.