Rioja
Mazuelo
80% Tempranillo, 15% Mazuela, 5% Garnacha Tinta
Product Details
Data sheet
- Type
- Red
- Winery
- Marques de Vargas
- Region
- La Rioja
- Vintage
- 2018
- Aging
- Aged for 18 months in French oak barrels.
- Unit pricing measure
- 75cl
- Alc Vol.
- 14% vol.
- Appellation
- Rioja
- Grape
- Garnacha
Mazuelo
Tempranillo
- Country
- Spain
- Service recomendation
- Serve between 16º - 18ºC
- Ageing potential
- 7 to 10 years
Marqués de Vargas Reserva 2018 is a premium red wine made at the prestigious Marqués de Vargas winery, located in the Rioja wine region of Spain. This winery is renowned for its dedication to excellence and tradition in the production of high-end wines.
The Reserva 2018 is a wine that reflects the essence of the Rioja region and stands out for its elegance and complexity. It is made primarily from Tempranillo grapes, complemented with other local varieties such as Graciano and Mazuelo. These grapes are carefully selected from the winery's own vineyards, which guarantees the quality and authenticity of the wine.
Visually, the Marques de Vargas Reserva 2018 presents an attractive intense and bright cherry red color, with violet reflections in its youth. On the nose, it offers a wide range of complex and captivating aromas. There are notes of ripe fruits such as plums and blackberries, accompanied by subtle spicy notes such as vanilla, clove and black pepper. Hints of cocoa and licorice can also be perceived, adding further aromatic complexity.
On the palate, this wine is balanced and elegant. It has a well-defined structure with soft, round tannins. It stands out for its good body and balanced acidity. The fruit flavors blend harmoniously with the spicy notes and oak nuances, which bring a subtle complexity to the whole. The finish is long and persistent, leaving a pleasant sensation on the palate.
Marques de Vargas Reserva 2018 is a wine that ages for a minimum period of 18 months in French and American oak barrels, followed by additional time in bottle before release. This contributes to its refinement and character development, allowing the flavors to integrate and evolve harmoniously.
It is an ideal wine to accompany roasted red meats, game, aged cheeses and Mediterranean cuisine dishes. It can also be enjoyed on its own to fully appreciate its complexity and elegance.