Marqués de Riscal
Reserva Herederos del Marques de Riscal Rioja Tempranillo
La Rioja, Spain
In 1858, it was the first winery in Rioja to produce wines using the Bordeaux method. In 1972, it was the first to promote the Rueda Designation of Origin. A blend of 90% Tempranillo & 10% Graciano (varies sometime Mazuelo is added). A powerhouse of aromas, berry, sweet spice and some citrus on the nose. On the palate, dark berry fruits, cacao, some smoky pepper with a savory character. Fine tannins, nice balance and good length ending with slight mineral, oak and earthy tones. Great value, short term aging potential.
In 1858, it was the first winery in Rioja to produce wines using the Bordeaux method. In 1972, it was the first to promote the Rueda Designation of Origin. A blend of 90% Tempranillo & 10% Graciano (varies sometime Mazuelo is added). A powerhouse of aromas, berry, sweet spice and some citrus on the nose. On the palate, dark berry fruits, cacao, some smoky pepper with a savory character. Fine tannins, nice balance and good length ending with slight mineral, oak and earthy tones. Great value, short term aging potential.
Apr 19th, 2018
Drank 3/4/29. Nice pairing with a seared pork chop .
Smokey red and black cherry on the nose. Cherry, vanilla, and wood presence on the palate, with notes of soil and medium + tannins. The wood and soil notes go on for a while, but the fruit fades rather quickly on the finish. This did improve a bit as it warmed. Preferred at around 76 degrees.
3/21/7/3/4 +50 = 88 pts.
Drank 3/4/29. Nice pairing with a seared pork chop .
Smokey red and black cherry on the nose. Cherry, vanilla, and wood presence on the palate, with notes of soil and medium + tannins. The wood and soil notes go on for a while, but the fruit fades rather quickly on the finish. This did improve a bit as it warmed. Preferred at around 76 degrees.
3/21/7/3/4 +50 = 88 pts.
Brett through and through, to me not in a good way... Sorry...
Brett through and through, to me not in a good way... Sorry...
1 person found it helpfulApr 27th, 2018
Riscal experience
Riscal experience
Dec 5th, 2016Very flat to me. Definitely not just a wine to sip on. Would be great with flavorful foods! Let this one sit open for a while.
Very flat to me. Definitely not just a wine to sip on. Would be great with flavorful foods! Let this one sit open for a while.
Jul 27th, 2020
Easy drinking, smokey, red fruit, cherry, wood. Definitely let it rest for a few years.
Easy drinking, smokey, red fruit, cherry, wood. Definitely let it rest for a few years.
Jan 26th, 2020
After seven years, There’s still a tannin bite but it fits well with the rich flavors and full aroma. It’s how a Rioja should be, deep and tasteful.
After seven years, There’s still a tannin bite but it fits well with the rich flavors and full aroma. It’s how a Rioja should be, deep and tasteful.
Oct 28th, 2019
2012 vintage - better after a couple of days
2012 vintage - better after a couple of days
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Mother Costco delivers a beautiful treat once again! What a unicorn of a find 👏👏👏👏 jam jam jam wam bam.
Sep 18th, 2019