This gran reserva is a true Rioja classic. With great aromatic complexity and a smooth and unctuous mouthfeel, it comes from the old Tempranillo vineyards that Muriel owns in the town of Elciego. Perfected after a long and careful aging of 24 months in oak barrels.
VARIETALS 100% Tempranillo
VINTAGE 2014
TECHNICAL DATA Alcohol 14%
APPEARANCE Ruby color with orange trim.
NOSE Very intense, with aromas of vanilla, coffee, spice and ripe fruit, along with notes typical of bottle aging (leather, tea leaves, tobacco).
PALATE On the palate it is soft and silky, with a lot of personality.Very long and pleasant finish.
AGEING Aged for 24 months in new oak barrels (75% French and 25% American).
PAIRING It harmonises perfectly with roast meats (especially lamb), grilled vine chops, game stews, fish in sauce, cured and smoked cheeses and chocolate desserts.
VIVINO 4.0
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