Montecillo Gran Reserva Red Rioja

From the very old vineyards of the area, a powerful and elegantly complex classic. Montecillo Gran Reserva Tinto Rioja

From the very old vineyards in the area, a powerful and elegantly complex classic.

Preparation and Aging

First fermentation at a controlled temperature of 28ºC and maceration (contact with skins) during the same.
Second natural fermentation in underground tanks.
Ageing (oxidative) in semi-new French and American oak barrels of the highest quality for 26 months.
Aged (reductively) in the bottle for a minimum of 36 months – each bottle is carefully stacked by hand in the underground bottle rack.

Tasting Note

COLOUR: Clean and bright colour. Intense ruby ​​red with good colour density.
AROMA AND TASTE: The nose is very fragrant with aromas of ripe fruit. Complex and elegant. Satiny texture with fine tannins and a leathery taste. Elegant and refined with a long finish and aftertaste with notes of liquorice.

Pairing

Ideal for all types of meat, especially game. It is a wine of great elegance that enhances stews and fatty fish dishes such as salmon and bonito.