Marqués De Riscal Reserva 2021

Marqués de Riscal Reserva 2021 is a classic dry red wine from D.O. Ca. Rioja, crafted primarily from Tempranillo with a touch of Graciano. It offers aromas of licorice, black pepper, and ripe fruit, supported by a balanced structure and polished tannins.

Key facts

• Grape variety: Tempranillo, Graciano
• D.O. / Region: D.O. Ca. Rioja
• Winery: Marqués de Riscal
• Soil / Altitude: Clay-limestone, Rioja Alavesa
• Ageing / Cellaring potential: 20 months in American oak, 12 months in bottle

The vineyard

The grapes are sourced from old vines planted before the 1970s in the Rioja Alavesa subregion. These vineyards grow in clay-limestone soils, a terroir that provides natural acidity and excellent balance to the grapes.

Ideal combination

Meat

Meat dishes pair well with full-bodied red wines — they enhance the flavour and soften the richness.

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Poultry

Poultry works with light white wines — Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc — or soft reds like Pinot Noir, Grenache.

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Cheese

Cheeses pair well with wine: hard cheeses with reds, soft and blue cheeses with whites and fortified wines.

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Winemaking

Following a temperature-controlled fermentation with a twelve-day maceration, the wine ages for twenty months in American oak barrels. It then rests in the bottle for at least one year to refine its character before release.

Why buy it

This red wine showcases the consistency and heritage of one of Spain's most historic wineries. Its solid structure and freshness make it an excellent cellar candidate that will evolve beautifully over the years. If you wish to add a timeless classic to your collection, you can buy Marqués De Riscal Reserva 2021 online from our boutique.