A powerful, single-vineyard Rioja from Cenicero in Rioja Alta, El Coto Real Reserva 2017 is bold, polished, and built to impress. Aged 24 months in oak and another 18 in bottle, it’s full of dark fruit, smoky oak, mocha, and spice. Decanter gave it 93 points—only 10,676 bottles made, so it’s as limited as it is luxurious.

Decanter | D 93
Published: Feb 1, 2023
Drink: 2023-2037

Dramatic with smoky new oak aromas. Concentrated dark fruit and balsamic notes on the palate. A full-bodied finish.

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Single vineyard wine from the "Cuartos Viejos' vineyard, planted and located in Cenicero (Rioja Alta)

VARIETIES: Tempranillo.

VINIFICATION: The grapes were collected in 350kg boxes to safeguard them until their arrival at the winery, where they pass along a selection table. Maceration and fermentation are carried out in small 100hl stainless steel tanks with daily pump overs and a long maceration. The malolactic fermentation took place in barrels.

AGING: We selected various types of casks of different origins, toasts and coopers, which has undoubtedly contributed to the wine's complexity. The total aging in barrels was 24 months. There was no filtration and it was subsequently refined in the bottle for a minimum of 18 months before going to market.

TASTING NOTES: Deep cherry red color. Notes of mocha and coffee embellish the aroma of red forest fruits. Silky and dense on the palate. Long aftertaste.

FOOD PAIRING: Pairs well with game, duck breast, pigeon and, of course, red meat. Serving temperature: 16-18C (60.8-64.4F).

Numbered and limited production of 10,676 bottles