Don Jacobo Reserva

Don Jacobo Reserva

Rioja Alta and Rioja Oriental, Spain

Additional information

Class

Red Wine

Country

Spain

Winery

Bodegas Corral

Region

Rioja Alta, Rioja Oriental

Vintage

2011

Grape Varietal(s)

Graciano, Mazuelo, Tempranillo

Maturation

24 months in American oak barrels. 18 months in bottle.

Alcohol

14.3%

Vineyards

Vineyards located on the hillside of Moncalvillo, most of the vineyards are over 50 years old, the main variety is Tempranillo, gobelet trained and hand-picked during October. Graciano and Mazuelo are cultivated in Rioja Oriental, where Mediterranean climate and limestone soils predominate.

Tasting

Garnet red colour of high intensity, nose has a great complexity of aromas, reminiscent of cinnamon, black fruit, clove and sweet spices, sweet tannin on the palate, memories of chocolate,  coffee and caramel, long finish.

Temperature to be served between 15 and 18 ºC.
Ideal with slow roasted meats.