Don Jacobo's vineyards are located in the heart of the Rioja region, along the pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela. This Reserva Rioja is a blend of typical Spanish grape varieties: Garnache, Mazuelo, and Tempranillo. These three complement each other perfectly in this red wine, bringing out the best in each other. The Reserva designation refers to the production method. By law, wines with a 'Reserva' designation must be aged for at least 36 months, 12 of which in oak. However, Don Jacobo strives for the very best in its wines. This is one of the reasons why this Spanish red wine is aged for an impressive 22 months in oak in Don Jacobo's magnificent cellars.
This wine has already received numerous international press acclaim. The awards it has received are unprecedented. These include the Gold Medal Concours Mondial Bruxelles 2016, the Gold Medal Berliner Wein Trophy 2016, and the Gold Medal Concours International Gilbert & Gaillard 2016. These are not just any awards, but the most prestigious in all of Europe. Don Jacobo Reserva Rioja has been a success from start to finish. Moreover, this red wine was also awarded an 8.5 in the most recent edition of the prestigious Hamersma competition!
Sit down and enjoy this wine, because you won't be able to get enough of this Spanish gem. It's a true beauty, both in aroma and taste. The aroma is as you'd expect: powerful, robust, yet elegant. You'll immediately recognize the oak aging. A hint of Tempranillo pepper is also clearly present. The taste is phenomenal: full and robust with a good bite. A broad palette of black fruit, spices, vanilla, pepper, and plums alternates in your mouth. Every sip is a new discovery. Smooth and flavorful, round and warm.
