Marques de Riscal Rioja Reserva 2005

From the Rioja vineyards in Northern Spain made up of 90% Tempranillo grapes and the remaining 10% being Graciano and Mazuelo grown in clay limestone soils. The Reserva wines of Marqués de Riscal are made basically from grapes coming from vines over 15 years old and the Reserva wines of Riscal spend approximately two years in American oak barrels. It has balsamic scents with fruity and spicy hints. It is pleasant and elegant and easy to drink. On the palate, dark fruits are joined by mounting vanilla and oak spice character. Packs a solid punch and finishes with very good spicy persistence. Try with ham, mild cheeses, casseroles which are not too spicy, pulse dishes, poultry, red meat, grilled and roast meat.

Price: Approximately €20 a bottle.

Maturity: 2009-2017

Rating: 5/5