Marques de Riscal Red Reserva 2018 is a premium red wine from the renowned Marques de Riscal winery in the Rioja region of Spain.
In the glass, the wine has an intense cherry red color with a ruby rim. On the nose, it offers a complex and elegant bouquet of ripe fruit, spices, and well-integrated oak notes, including vanilla, tobacco, and coffee. The wine is made from a blend of Tempranillo, Graciano, and Mazuelo grapes, which are carefully selected from the winery's best vineyards.
On the palate, the Marques de Riscal Red Reserva 2018 is full-bodied, with a silky and velvety texture, and flavors of ripe red fruit, spices, and balsamic notes. It has a long and persistent finish, with smooth tannins and a balanced acidity.
This wine has been aged for 24 months in American oak barrels and then for a minimum of 12 months in the bottle, which gives it a refined and mature character. It pairs well with a wide variety of dishes, including roasted meats, stews, and mature cheeses.
Overall, Marques de Riscal Red Reserva 2018 is a classic example of a Rioja Reserva wine, with an exceptional balance of fruit, oak, and acidity, making it a great choice for wine lovers looking for a sophisticated and well-crafted wine.
James Suckling - 93 points "The blackberry and dark-cherry aromas are very attractive with some smoke and tar. Full-bodied and dense with firm, silky tannins and a flavorful finish. Needs a year or two to soften. Drink or hold."
Wine Enthusiast - 91 points "Ripe black cherry and blackberry aromas are shaded by coffee, vanilla and mild oak spice. This blend of Tempranillo, Graciano, and Mazuelo is sturdy and full on the palate, with an earthy, spicy finish that features firm, gritty tannins."
Wine Spectator - 90 points "This red has a firm texture and a solid structure, with a core of black cherry and blackberry flavors, supported by notes of licorice, cocoa, and toast. The tannins are well-integrated, and the finish is savory, with a hint of minerality."
