Marqués de Riscal 150 Aniversario Rioja DOCa - Marqués de Riscal

Marqués de Riscal 150 Aniversario Rioja DOCa - Marqués de RiscalThe powerful Marqués de Riscal 150 Aniversario Rioja from the house of Marqués de Riscal flows into the glass with a dense ruby red color. Poured into a Bordeaux glass, this red wine from the Old World reveals wonderfully expressive aromas of raspberries, complemented by toasted wood, leather, and vanilla, contributed by the barrel aging. The Marqués de Riscal Marqués de Riscal 150 Aniversario Rioja presents itself to the wine lover as wonderfully dry. This red wine is never rough or sparse, as one might expect from a typical wine. Full-bodied and multi-layered, this velvety red wine offers a rich palate. Thanks to its balanced fruit acidity, the Marqués de Riscal 150 Aniversario Rioja caresses the palate with a soft feeling, without sacrificing freshness. The finish of this red wine from the wine region of La Rioja, specifically from Rioja DOCa, impresses with a beautiful aftertaste. The finish is also accompanied by mineral facets from the limestone-dominated soils. Vinification of Marqués de Riscal 150 Aniversario Rioja by Marqués de Riscal This powerful red wine from Spain is made from the Tempranillo grape. The grapes grow under optimal conditions in La Rioja. The vines extend their roots deep into limestone soils here. After manual harvest, the grapes are immediately transferred to the winery. Here, they are selected and gently crushed. Subsequently, fermentation takes place in small wooden barrels at controlled temperatures. The vinification is followed by a maturation over 68 months in French oak barrels. After barrel aging, the wine undergoes extensive bottle aging, which makes this red wine even more complex. Food pairing recommendations for Marqués de Riscal 150 Aniversario Rioja by Marqués de Riscal This red wine from Spain is best enjoyed at a temperature of 15 - 18°C. It is perfect as a companion wine for Beef Bourguignon, lamb stew with chickpeas and dried figs, or braised chicken in red wine.