Muriel Vino De Elciego Rioja Reserva DOCa

Key characteristics:

Muriel Vino De Elciego Rioja Reserva DOCa is a distinguished expression of 100% Tempranillo, meticulously crafted from selected 35-year-old vineyards in Elciego, a town renowned for its exceptional terroir within Rioja Alavesa. This Reserva embodies the Muriel Wines philosophy of blending long-held winemaking traditions with modern techniques to produce wines of profound character and aging potential. Cultivated on organically-poor clay-limestone soils under a unique Mediterranean continental climate with strong Atlantic influence, the vines yield grapes that contribute to an aromatic and elegant wine.

Tasting Notes:

• Variety: 100% Tempranillo
• Appearance: Classic ruby red color with tile tones.
• Aroma: Very complex and intense nose, with fine aromas of ageing perfectly blended: vanilla, spices and aromatic herbs. Nuances of very ripe fruit, such as plums and dark cherries, along with notes of coffee and tobacco, add to its captivating bouquet.
• Taste: On the palate, it is balanced and elegant, standing out for its freshness and a long and intense finish that leaves a concentrated and persistent impression.
• Region: Hailing from Rioja, specifically Elciego in Rioja Alavesa, this wine benefits from a unique terroir characterized by clay-chalk soils where vine roots reach deep. The region’s blend of Mediterranean, continental, and maritime climatic influences fosters ideal ripening conditions, resulting in aromatic, elegant, and age-worthy wines.
• Pairing: It pairs particularly well with roasted lamb, lamb chops, fish in sauce and smoked and aged cheeses. Excellent wine to accompany chocolate desserts.

Overall impression:

This Reserva from Elciego captures the essence and strength of its origin in every bottle, offering a complete, balanced, and memorable experience that reflects the generosity and exceptional quality of the Rioja Alavesa region.

Extra notes:

• Rioja Reserva red wines are required to undergo a minimum aging period of 36 months, with at least 12 months in oak barrels. The Muriel Vino De Elciego Rioja Reserva typically exceeds these requirements, spending 24 months in American and French oak barrels, followed by an additional two years maturing in the bottle before release.
• Muriel Wines traces its legacy back to 1926, with the name “Muriel” being a thoughtful blend of the family name Murúa, the region Rioja, and the town Elciego, symbolizing its deep roots and connection to the land.