Coto de Imaz Rioja Gran Reserva 2016

Highlights

Savor the distinguished elegance of the Coto Imaz Gran Reserva 2016, a remarkable red wine from El Coto de Rioja, one of the most renowned wineries in Spain’s celebrated Rioja region. The 2016 vintage is a testament to the winery’s commitment to quality, crafted exclusively from the finest Tempranillo grapes sourced from the winery’s own vineyards in Rioja Alta. This Gran Reserva is aged for a minimum of 24 months in American and French oak barrels, followed by at least three years of bottle maturation, resulting in a wine of extraordinary depth and character.

Ideal for pairing with sophisticated dishes, this Gran Reserva enhances the flavors of roasted meats, game, and mature cheeses. Its poise and complexity also make it a superb choice for sipping on special occasions or as a refined addition to any wine collection.

• Region: Rioja, Spain
• Varietal: Tempranillo
• Producer: El Coto de Rioja
• Tasting Notes: 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 dried fruit. Round, silky tannins, persistent and complex aftertaste.
• Professional Ratings: 95 Decanter, 92 James Suckling, 92 Wine Enthusiast.
• Pairings: Piquillo Peppers, Sliced Jamón Pata Negra, Lomo Ibérico de Bellota, Chorizo Ibérico de Bellota, Salchichón Ibérico de Bellota, Spanish hard cheese.