Rioja Vitola Reserva

Spain
Rioja
2019

Vitola Reserva comes from vines planted in the 1970s, in slopes facing northwest. Soils are very poor, far from the Ebro river, and very rocky.  The wine is made of 96% Tempranillo with 4% Graciano (for acidity.) It ages for two years in French oak (30% new), and the rest in bottle, before release.


 

93 points
"Vitola hails from cooler, north-facing vineyards and is an assemblage of Tempranillo and 5% Graciano. Curated in 25% new wood, it's more of a classic style from Miguel Merino but still shows his gentle touch in the winery. Silky tannins frame a palate of succulent red berry fruits, a hint of black cherry and a patina of Asian spices. 2024-30"
Tim Atkin,
Tim Atkin
Special Rioja Report 2024

SKU/Code: 
DB4836-19
Product Line: 
Wine
Red
Varietal: 
Tempranillo