{"title":"Montecillo","description":"\u003ch1\u003e Buy or order Montecillo wine\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\n Rioja at its very best—that's Montecillo. A beloved red wine in our range, and has been for years. The secret is the seemingly perfect price-to-taste ratio. Enough depth to exaggerate; that's what Montecillo wines are all about.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e The Rioja wines from Spain\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n When you think of Spanish wines, Rioja wines are indispensable. It's the birthplace of countless beautiful wineries, all capable of producing spectacular wines. One of the most impressive and oldest wineries is Montecillo, located in the heart of the Rioja region: the Rioja Alta.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e The Spanish wines of Montecillo\u003c\/h2\u003e \nMontecillo is the heirloom of the Rioja region. The first vines were planted in the Rioja Alta as early as 1870. The Navajas family, the winery's founders, ran it for years based on tradition, craftsmanship, and a passion for wine. This made them a distinctive force in the densely populated Rioja landscape. Over 100 years later, in 1973, the winery was taken over by another renowned family in Spanish winemaking: the Osborne family (yes, the one with the Sherry). Currently, Rocio Osborne, the sixth generation, is in charge of Montecillo's daily operations.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e The wines of Montecillo\u003c\/h2\u003e \nMontecillo's wines excel in tradition. Pure craftsmanship is still evident in every bottle of Montecillo. A classic Rioja style that wine journalists, critics, and other connoisseurs swoon over. Tempranillo, of course, forms the foundation of Montecillo's wines. But the winery also produces an excellent oak-aged white wine: Montecillo Blanco Barrel Fermented Rioja. This Montecillo wine is a playful trio of Sauvignon Blanc, Tempranillo Blanco, and the local Viura.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Order Montecillo wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n Tempranillo lovers can indulge themselves with Montecillo wines. Order Montecillo wines now and bring the highest quality Rioja into your home. We're huge fans of the Montecillo Rioja Reserva, which is a beautifully balanced glass; robust yet gentle. If you're looking for real power, choose the Montecillo Gran Reserva, which, with 28 months of oak maturation, is definitely not your everyday wine.\u003cbr\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"montecillo-rioja-crianza","title":"Montecillo Rioja Crianza","description":"Delve into the rich history of Bodegas Montecillo, one of Spain's oldest wine gems, founded in 1870. As the second-oldest winery in the renowned Rioja Alta, it has achieved legendary status under the auspices of the Osborne family. Steeped in tradition and a passion for wine, this family has gifted us with the enchanting Montecillo Rioja Crianza, a harmonious blend of Tempranillo and Garnache. This wine is living proof of the perfect marriage of two grape varieties.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Rioja Crianza: Where Perfection Grows\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n The Rioja region is a winegrower's paradise, blessed with an ideal climate and geology. Protected by the Cordillera Cantabrica to the north and the Sierra de la Demanda massif to the south, it enjoys a balance of humidity, cold, and warmth. The chalky soils and mild temperature variations create the perfect conditions for the vines.\n\n\n \nOur Montecillo Rioja Crianza, made with 85% Tempranillo and 15% Garnache, undergoes a careful vinification process. After selective harvesting, the grapes are destemmed and pressed. Both varieties are vinified separately, with the Tempranillo undergoing a gentle alcoholic fermentation and the Garnache fermenting in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. The wine is then aged in American oak barrels: 18 months for the Tempranillo and 14 months for the Garnache. After this aging, they are blended and bottled, after which the wine ages in the bottle for a further six months.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Montecillo Rioja Crianza: A Flavor Explosion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nThis wine reveals itself in a brilliant ruby ​​red hue, promising a taste experience that is both fruity and spicy. The Montecillo Rioja Crianza welcomes you with aromas of black fruit, herbs, and a hint of cherry. A sip reveals a full, powerful flavor, enriched with notes of spice, vanilla, tobacco, and chocolate. A true treat for the senses, this wine is an ode to the expertise of Bodegas Montecillo and Spain's rich winemaking tradition. Cheers to the splendor of Montecillo Rioja Crianza!","brand":"De Monnik","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775936204879,"sku":"1776","price":8.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/Montecillo_Rioja_Crianza_bf0ed59f-6f92-4f77-90d1-a7edcbe0e561.webp?v=1768997117"},{"product_id":"montecillo-rioja-gran-reserva","title":"Montecillo Rioja Gran Reserva","description":"The Gran Reserva de Montecillo is sourced from plots of bush-trained vines planted on poor, sandy, textured soils in the Rioja Alta region. The vines are on average over 35 years old and have low yields. The blend consists of 92 percent Tempranillo and 8 percent Graciano. Only the very best grapes are selected for this Gran Reserva.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The greatest care for this Rioja Gran Reserva\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nMontecillo's roots lie in Fuenmayor, one of the towns with the longest winemaking traditions in the Rioja Alta. Surrounded by vines and close to the waters of the serene and gentle Ebro River, Fuenmayor's surroundings are nestled between flat hills, with the distinctive rocky masses of the Cantabrian Mountains visible in the distance. The expertise and unique traditions of this winery are passed down from father to son, and have been so for 140 years. Montecillo literally translates as \"little hill,\" a tribute to Montecillo's original terroirs, which to this day lie on small, sunny hills in the Rioja Alta.\n\n\n \nThe grapes are harvested with great care and transported to the winery in small containers. Alcoholic fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 28 degrees Celsius, preceded by a long maceration of three weeks in contact with the skins. Aging takes place in French and American oak barrels (90%-10%) for 28 months, followed by bottle aging for at least four years. But you get what you pay for!\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The aroma and taste of Montecillo Rioja Gran Reserva\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n It is a wine with the color of dark black cherries, clear and sparkling. The bouquet is intense with complex, elegant aromas of ripe fruit, dominated by scents characteristic of the Tempranillo grape, with notes of balsamic and hints of oak. The palate is round, intense, fragrant, concentrated, very complex, and exceptionally lively. Warm and powerful, with notes of pepper and clove. Its excellent structure and elegant tannins give it a very long finish.","brand":"De Monnik","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775913037903,"sku":"1778","price":19.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/montecillo-rioja-gran-reserva_1778.webp?v=1770046201"},{"product_id":"montecillo-rioja-reserva","title":"Montecillo Rioja Reserve","description":"Immerse yourself in the world of Montecillo Rioja Reserva, a wine that embodies the essence of Spanish finesse and tradition. For over 145 years, Bodegas Montecillo has been synonymous with quality and craftsmanship. And with this Reserva, they truly let their passion and dedication to winemaking shine. This wine is a symphony of intensity, aromatic depth, and rich body.\n\n\n\n \u003ch2\u003eThe Art of Making a Sublime Rioja Reserva\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n 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.\n\n\n\n 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!\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The Taste Experience of Montecillo Rioja Reserva\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nUpon 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!\n\n\n\n Dishes\n\n Grilled meat, red meat, barbecue.\n\n\n\n Wood storage\n\n 18 months American oak\n\n\n\n Serving temperature\n\n 18°C","brand":"De Monnik","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775911465039,"sku":"7535","price":11.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/MontecilloRiojaReserva.webp?v=1781790423"},{"product_id":"montecillo-blanco-barrel-fermented-rioja","title":"Montecillo Blanco Barrel Fermented Rioja","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis latest wine from Montecillo is a barrel-fermented white wine from the Rioja region. It's made with three different grape varieties, each lending its own unique character to this delicious white wine. A unique example, as production is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The tradition and craftsmanship of Montecillo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Montecillo's roots lie in Fuenmayor, one of the towns with the longest winemaking traditions in the Rioja Alta. Surrounded by vines and close to the waters of the serene and gentle Ebro River, Fuenmayor's surroundings are nestled between flat hills, with the distinctive rocky masses of the Cantabrian Mountains visible in the distance. The expertise and unique traditions of this winery are passed down from father to son, and have been so for 140 years. Montecillo literally translates as \"little hill,\" a tribute to Montecillo's original terroirs, which to this day lie on small, sunny hills in the Rioja Alta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eThe vinification of Montecillo Blanco Barrel Fermented Rioja\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The Viura comes from vines over 60 years old, located at an altitude of over 600 meters in the Rioja Alta. The Tempranillo Blanco is grown on clayier soils, and the Sauvignon Blanc comes from plots in the coolest, easternmost part of the DO at an altitude of over 700 meters. All grape varieties are hand-harvested at peak ripeness. Each variety is vinified completely independently. The grapes are destemmed and gently pressed. This is followed by a long maceration at low temperatures in contact with the skins to extract all the primary aromas. The wine is then aged in oak barrels. After aging in these barrels in the Montecillo cellars, this white Rioja is aged on the lees for another three months, giving it a full-bodied and very powerful wine. The aroma is dominated by citrus fruit and freshly baked bread. The palate is full and rounded with a touch of freshness as a backbone. A wine with a long finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"De Monnik","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775926440015,"sku":"9479","price":11.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/montecillo-blanco-barrel-fermented-rioja_9479.webp?v=1770120239"},{"product_id":"montecillo-rioja-edicion-limitada","title":"Montecillo Rioja Edicion Limitada","description":"Immerse yourself in the world of Montecillo Rioja Edicion Limitada, a wine that embodies the essence of Spanish finesse and tradition. With a rich history dating back to 1874, Bodegas Montecillo has established itself as a leading winery in the Rioja Alta, and this Edicion Limitada is a shining example of that.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The Magic Behind Montecillo Rioja Edicion Limitada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nThis exceptional wine is a harmonious blend of Tempranillo and Graciano. The Tempranillo grapes, with their 30-year roots deep in the Rioja Alta, are carefully selected. The Graciano grapes, sourced from the prestigious Tudelilla region in the Rioja Baja, add an extra dimension. Thanks to the chalky clay soil and the unique microclimate of the DOCa Rioja, with its mild temperatures and steady rainfall, these grapes have the perfect growing conditions. After careful fermentation in stainless steel tanks and patient aging in both new French oak barrels and a blend of French and American oak for 26 months, this wine is born. The two wines are then blended and aged for another six months, followed by 18 months of refinement in the bottle. The result? A wine worth every second of the wait!\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e The Taste Experience of Montecillo Rioja Edicion Limitada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nThis wine enchants with an aromatic aroma of deep black fruit, caramel, and freshly baked pastries. On the palate, it is powerful and fresh, with a perfect balance of dark red fruit and spicy elegance. The finish is long and very pleasant, making it a gastronomic delight.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Bodegas Montecillo: A Family Heritage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n Bodegas Montecillo, located in the renowned Denominación de Origen Calificada, Rioja, is a jewel of the Spanish wine world. For over 140 years, it has been a family-owned winery where tradition, craftsmanship, and a love of wine are paramount. The name \"Montecillo\"—meaning \"little hill\"—pays tribute to the sunny hills of Rioja Alta where their vineyards are located.\n\n\n \nAlthough the company was taken over by the Osborne family in 1973, the traditions and craftsmanship of the bodegas remain intact. Rocio Osborne, the sixth generation of the Osborne family, is now the proud and passionate ambassador of the bodegas. With her at the helm, the Montecillo legacy continues to shine in every bottle of wine they produce. Cheers to the refined flavors of Montecillo Rioja Edicion Limitada!","brand":"De Monnik","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775860150351,"sku":"14498","price":17.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/montecillo-rioja-edicion-limitada_14498.webp?v=1771589638"}],"url":"https:\/\/perfectewijn.be\/en\/collections\/wijnhuis-montecillo.oembed","provider":"Perfecte Wijn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}