Marques de Riscal Rioja Reserva 2013 750ml

Smoke, dried blackberry, tar and dry rose petals are complex and delicious aromas. A soft and dusty tannic structure plays nicely with the balsamic macerated strawberry flavors, underpinned with dried herbs and a final toasty note on the finish. (Finalist) (Great Value) – 2019 ULTIMATE WINE CHALLENGE

• Country: Spain
• Region: La Rioja
• Appellation: Rioja
• Size: 750ml
• Color: Red

Varietal

Tempranillo

There are plenty of notable native Spanish grapes which have made a big impression on the wine world at large, but none are as renowned or as widely loved as the Tempranillo varietal. This black skinned grape has been used for wine making for centuries, with several ancient civilizations noticing the fact that it is highly versatile and holds some delicious flavors and aromas, perfect for those looking for a powerful yet elegant grape for their wines. Tempranillo often causes winemakers some trouble, however, as it is highly susceptible to many diseases. Despite this, plenty continue to persevere with this varietal, as it is perfect for producing delicious and complex single variety and blended wines, packed full of classic Spanish flavors and plenty of aromatic and intense surprises.