Marqués de Riscal, Reserva XR, DOCa
WINE OVERVIEW
 Red |
 Dry |
 Full Bodied |
 Tempranillo, Graciano |
 Spain, Rioja DOCa |
 Marqués de Riscal |
TASTING NOTE
In the tradition of the Bordeaux cellar masters, the oenologist marked some of the barrels in chalk with the letters XR as a consequence of having found special characteristics which were not present in others. This XR was never marketed as such but was always a reference point for the master winemaker.
Very deep, cherry red colour with a vivid hue at the rim. As with good Bordeaux wines, it is somewhat closed to begin with. Smoked, spicy aromas with black liquorice, ripe red and black fruits and balsamic notes, with very good intensity. Perfectly integrated oak. There is tension on the palate, great youthfulness and an outstanding creamy texture that fi lls the mouth. The tannins are lively, polished and very fine. Broad and long, meaty and structured, but elegant with great freshness and fruit on the finish.
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