{"product_id":"marques-de-caceres-rioja-reserva-2020","title":"Marques de Caceres Rioja Reserva 2020","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Rioja Reserva from Marqués de Cáceres is a highly elegant red, the result of a \u003cstrong\u003eblend of Tempranillo and Grenache\u003c\/strong\u003e and produced in accordance with vegan requirements. It displays an intense ruby colour, heralding an aromatic profile where cherry and dark fruits stand out, enriched by \u003cstrong\u003ehints of vanilla and cocoa\u003c\/strong\u003e imparted by ageing in wood. On the palate, it opens with a bold yet refined character, supported by silky tannins that provide balance and a harmonious structure. Its remarkable persistence makes it ideal for pairing with \u003cstrong\u003ered meats, roasts and mature cheeses\u003c\/strong\u003e, preferably after a brief decanting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are sourced from a selection of \u003cstrong\u003eold, low-yield vines\u003c\/strong\u003e located in the Rioja Alta and Rioja Alavesa areas. In this region, the temperate Atlantic climate ensures gradual ripening, preserving the aromatic vibrancy of the grapes. The roots draw nourishment from \u003cstrong\u003eclay-limestone soils\u003c\/strong\u003e, ranging from the iron-rich matrix of Rioja Alta to the more calcareous soils of Rioja Alavesa. This combination of soil and climate guarantees the wine extraordinary concentration and a \u003cstrong\u003efine tannic texture\u003c\/strong\u003e, hallmarks of the renowned Rioja region.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVinification involves destemming and crushing, followed by fermentation at a controlled temperature. The must undergoes a \u003cstrong\u003eprolonged maceration on the skins\u003c\/strong\u003e for twenty-five days, essential for extracting colour intensity and a solid structure. After malolactic fermentation in stainless steel, the wine matures for \u003cstrong\u003etwenty months in French oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, with regular rackings to guide its evolution. Before release, the wine undergoes a \u003cstrong\u003elong rest of two years\u003c\/strong\u003e, a crucial step to achieve the complexity and harmony typical of the Reserva category.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarqués de Cáceres Rioja Reserva 2020 is produced exclusively in the finest vintages. Created by oenologists Fernando Costa, Emilio González and Manuel Iribarnegaray, this wine is the result of an artisanal process aimed at enhancing the fullest expression of the fruit, requiring a minimum of two years' ageing in the bottle before being released to the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Marques de Caceres","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46394692501675,"sku":"60991","price":22.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/marques-de-caceres-rioja-reserva-2020_60991_1_090fd6ec-f96b-4324-9bef-28348401a7a5.webp?v=1775830111","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-nl\/products\/marques-de-caceres-rioja-reserva-2020","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}