Bodegas Montecillo

Reserva Rioja Tempranillo

8.829 ratings
8.72 pro ratings
La Rioja, Spain
Tempranillo
Lamb, Tomato-Based, Polenta, Hard Cheese, Pork, Beef, Pasta, Mushrooms, Soft Cheese, Chicken, Venison, Exotic Spices, Potato, Turkey, Beans & Peas, Herbs, Baking Spices, Pungent Cheese, Duck, Salami & Prosciutto, White Rice, Chili & Hot Spicy, Lasagna, Pizza, Barbecue, Mexican Cuisine, Onion, Shallot, Garlic
Top Notes For
Sipping Fine Wine

In 1874, Bodegas Montecillo was founded by Celestino Navajas in La Rioja Alta. A classic Rioja, deep red with dark berry fruit and spicy aromas. On the palate blackberry and plum flavors with vanilla and herb spice character. Tannins are a bit grippy but should soften with time, medium+ ending with a fruit structure. Nice value. Tasting Sample.

In 1874, Bodegas Montecillo was founded by Celestino Navajas in La Rioja Alta. A classic Rioja, deep red with dark berry fruit and spicy aromas. On the palate blackberry and plum flavors with vanilla and herb spice character. Tannins are a bit grippy but should soften with time, medium+ ending with a fruit structure. Nice value. Tasting Sample.

Oct 9th, 2019
Sipping Fine Wine

In 1874, Bodegas Montecillo was founded by Celestino Navajas in La Rioja Alta. Real value for $11. Deep bright red with dark berry fruit and spicy aromas. On the palate blackberry and plum flavors with vanilla and mineral character. Tannins are a bit grippy but should soften with time, medium+ ending with a fruit structure.

In 1874, Bodegas Montecillo was founded by Celestino Navajas in La Rioja Alta. Real value for $11. Deep bright red with dark berry fruit and spicy aromas. On the palate blackberry and plum flavors with vanilla and mineral character. Tannins are a bit grippy but should soften with time, medium+ ending with a fruit structure.

1 person found it helpfulDec 4th, 2018
Amy Simone

Sour start, low tannin

Sour start, low tannin

Sep 7th, 2021
Katherine Ponder

There's a definite aroma of oak and leather upon first opening. Medium bodied with the taste of dark cherries and plums. It does not have a long finish but it is smooth.

There's a definite aroma of oak and leather upon first opening. Medium bodied with the taste of dark cherries and plums. It does not have a long finish but it is smooth.

May 18th, 2020
Michelle Ross

High in acidity and low tannin. Not a balanced or complex wine. Might be good paired with a meal but not a great stand alone wine

High in acidity and low tannin. Not a balanced or complex wine. Might be good paired with a meal but not a great stand alone wine

Mar 24th, 2019
Amy Pop

This was an excellent bottle. A medium bodied, round and smooth flavour. I purchased it on sale for $13.95 ($4.00 off!).

This was an excellent bottle. A medium bodied, round and smooth flavour. I purchased it on sale for $13.95 ($4.00 off!).

Feb 18th, 2019
Michael Mardini

More enjoyable than the Crianza. The extra time in the barrel softens the acidity and makes for a pleasant wine with pasta

More enjoyable than the Crianza. The extra time in the barrel softens the acidity and makes for a pleasant wine with pasta

Feb 12th, 2019
Michael Brown

Smoke, leather and plum notes, with strong acidity and mellow tannins. Binny’s $12

Smoke, leather and plum notes, with strong acidity and mellow tannins. Binny’s $12

Oct 3rd, 2018
Lou Sab

Very enjoyable

Very enjoyable

Aug 2nd, 2017
MMM

Lcbo Jan 2019 13.75$ vin 2011

Lcbo Jan 2019 13.75$ vin 2011

Feb 2nd, 2019