A distinguished expression of traditional Rioja craftsmanship, El Coto de Imaz Gran Reserva 2019 combines mature fruit, elegant oak influence, and beautifully integrated tannins. Crafted from Tempranillo and Graciano grapes, this classic Gran Reserva reveals inviting aromas of ripe red berries, toasted coconut, vanilla, leather, and dried fruit. Extended ageing in American and French oak barrels, followed by years of bottle maturation, gives the wine its silky texture, savoury complexity, and long, harmonious finish.

Decanter | D 93
Published: Apr 22, 2025
Drink: 2026-2035

Deep notes of coffee, tobacco and sous bois with a touch of musk. Lovely tannins, coated in thyme, oregano and wet tobacco. The plum, cherry and blackberry fruit is fleshy and vivid. Fluid at the core with both wood and alcohol very well integrated. Traditional and classic in a relaxed way. Lingering juicy notes of blood orange and red cherry with a spicy outline of cardamom, nutmeg and allspice.

James Suckling | JS 92
Published: Jul 23, 2025

Savory and lightly earthy, with licorice, vanilla, toast and some dried citrus aromas. Juicy, medium-bodied and well integrated, with firm tannins and a long finish. Drink now or hold.

Vivino.com | Vivino 4.1

Brilliant ruby color, with russet tones. Mature and elegant, its aromatic richness is changing and subtle, becoming more apparent as the wine breathes. Notes of toast and coconut followed by tertiary aromas (leather, wet earth), and red fruit and dried fruit. Round, silky tannins, persistent and complex aftertaste.

Elcoto.com

This Gran Reserva wine is consistent and powerful, made with Tempranillo and Graciano grapes. It's also one of our most award-winning wines. Its tasting notes reveal aromas of coconut and nuts. Discover how we produce and age it, its aromas and flavors, and which dishes it pairs best with!

Tasting Notes
Appearance: Bright ruby red with attractive garnet and brick-red reflections.
Nose: Mature and elegant, revealing aromas of red berries, dried fruit, toasted coconut, vanilla, leather, nuts, and damp earth. Subtle oak and savoury nuances add depth as the wine opens in the glass.
Palate: Smooth and harmonious, with ripe red fruit, gentle spice, and layers of toasted oak. Rounded, well-integrated tannins and balanced acidity support its mature character, creating a silky texture and refined structure.
Finish: Long, complex, and persistent, with lingering notes of dried fruit, coconut, toasted oak, leather, and earthy nuances.

Technical Specs

Alcohol: 14.0% ABV
Closure: Natural Cork
Harvest: 2019
Grape Varieties: Tempranillo and Graciano
Vineyard: Selected vineyards in Rioja, Spain
Soil: Varied Rioja soils; specific vineyard soil composition not confirmed
Vinification: Fermented in stainless steel tanks for 21–30 days, with controlled maceration to balance fruit and extract
Ageing: Minimum 24 months in American and French oak barrels, followed by at least 36 months of bottle ageing
Winemaker: El Coto de Rioja winemaking team
Region: Rioja, Spain
Appellation: Rioja DOCa
Classification: Gran Reserva

Serving Temperature: Serve at 16–18°C to bring out the wine’s mature fruit, oak complexity, and savoury character.
Decanting: Decant for 30–45 minutes before serving to allow the wine to open up and reveal its aromatic layers. Older bottles should be handled gently and may need less aeration.
Food Pairing: Excellent with roast suckling lamb, grilled ribeye, slow-braised beef, venison, game dishes, Spanish-style roast pork, mushroom risotto, and mature Manchego cheese.