As one of the oldest wineries in Spain and the second oldest in the Rioja Alta, Bodegas Montecillo has a rich history dating back to 1870. Under the inspiring leadership of the Osborne family, the winery has become a bastion of tradition and innovation.
This Reserva is a masterful blend of 90% Tempranillo, 8% Garnache, and a touch of 2% Mazuelo. Each grape is carefully harvested and vinified separately. Techniques like pre-fermentative maceration in barrels and post-fermentative maceration give this wine its unique character. After these processes, the wine is aged for 25 months in handcrafted French and American oak barrels. But patience doesn't stop there: after bottling, the wine rests for another 20 months in the cellars, adding even more complexity. The result? A wine worth every second of the wait!
Upon opening a bottle of Montecillo Reserva, you're greeted by an enchanting cherry red. The aroma is a rich blend of spicy notes, vanilla, and black fruit, combined with hints of licorice and mint. These complex aromas promise a lot, and the taste doesn't disappoint. The wine has a beautiful structure, elegant tannins, and a lingering fruity finish. Ideal with meat dishes, aged cheeses, or a delicious stew. Cheers to the refined flavors of Montecillo Rioja Reserva!
Dishes
Grilled meat, red meat, barbecue.
Wood storage
18 months American oak
Serving temperature
18°C
