This exceptional wine is a harmonious blend of Tempranillo and Graciano. The Tempranillo grapes, with their 30-year roots deep in the Rioja Alta, are carefully selected. The Graciano grapes, sourced from the prestigious Tudelilla region in the Rioja Baja, add an extra dimension. Thanks to the chalky clay soil and the unique microclimate of the DOCa Rioja, with its mild temperatures and steady rainfall, these grapes have the perfect growing conditions. After careful fermentation in stainless steel tanks and patient aging in both new French oak barrels and a blend of French and American oak for 26 months, this wine is born. The two wines are then blended and aged for another six months, followed by 18 months of refinement in the bottle. The result? A wine worth every second of the wait!
This wine enchants with an aromatic aroma of deep black fruit, caramel, and freshly baked pastries. On the palate, it is powerful and fresh, with a perfect balance of dark red fruit and spicy elegance. The finish is long and very pleasant, making it a gastronomic delight.
Bodegas Montecillo, located in the renowned Denominación de Origen Calificada, Rioja, is a jewel of the Spanish wine world. For over 140 years, it has been a family-owned winery where tradition, craftsmanship, and a love of wine are paramount. The name "Montecillo"—meaning "little hill"—pays tribute to the sunny hills of Rioja Alta where their vineyards are located.
Although the company was taken over by the Osborne family in 1973, the traditions and craftsmanship of the bodegas remain intact. Rocio Osborne, the sixth generation of the Osborne family, is now the proud and passionate ambassador of the bodegas. With her at the helm, the Montecillo legacy continues to shine in every bottle of wine they produce. Cheers to the refined flavors of Montecillo Rioja Edicion Limitada!
