It was Don Camilo Hurtado de Amezaga, Marques de Riscal de Alegre, who in 1860, through his revolutionary ideas, put his mark on the historical Spanish wine map. His innovative methods imported from Bordeaux, much criticised at that time, brought a new way of understanding and elaborating our best wines. Following in the innovative wake of the Bordeaux wines, MarquÉs de Riscal built the first Spanish cellar of the Modern Age. Located in the heart of Rioja, its construction was overseen by the prestigious engineer, Ricardo Bellsola. More than 200 stonemasons were employed on the construction. Its two-metre thick walls allowed for the maintenance of a constant temperature of 14º. Wines, for the first time in Spain, were elaborated with Merlot, Malbec, Pinot Noir and other varieties. These new incorporations did not substitute the indigenous varieties such as Tempranillo, Mazuelo and Graciano, rather the masterful combination of both origins gave rise to the unique accent of the Riscal wines. For the selection of its grapes Riscal has over 200 regular suppliers, going back four generations from father to son. By general consensus, an agricultural plan has been established, thanks to which growers are advised on each and every aspect so that the final product complies fully with the desired parameters for maximum quality. Another very dry vintage, classified as 'very good', with temperatures ideal for full ripening of the grapes to produce an intense, powerful wine with a deep garnet colour. Complex aromas of toasty oak, caramel and vanilla follow through to the mouth-filling black fruit on the palate, balanced by firm, ripe tannins. Like the 1994, this wine spent 26 months in American oak before release and will continue to develop subtler, more complex aspects in bottle. (6 x 75 cl)
Region:
Spain, Rioja, Rioja Alta
Producer:
Marques de Riscal
Product ID:
22591
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