Marques de Riscal Reserva Rioja 2019

Grape Varietals: 90% Tempranillo, 10% Graciano

Wine Region: Rioja, Spain

Tasting Notes: On the nose, it exudes aromas of spices (vanilla, pepper and cinnamon) and whiffs of leather, along with fruit (black plum skin) and cocoa. Reveals fine toasty and sweet (coconut) hints, all perfectly integrated, thanks to the good concentration of ripe fruit. On the palate, it’s fine and elegant, with delicate, rounded tannins, a silky mouthfeel and just the right acidity. Altogether, it proves to be a wine of great smoothness, well defined and easy to drink. Its finish is long, balsamic (licorice), lactic and a touch bitter.

Food Pairing: Short Ribs