Bodegas y Viñedos de la Marquesa
Valserrano Crianza Rioja Tempranillo Blend
La Rioja, Spain
Blend of 95% Tempranillo and 5% Mazuelo, aged for 18 months in American and French oak, deep Ruby with aromas of red and black fruits and spice. On the palate flavors of blackberry and plum with pepper spice. Medium finish, fine grippy tannins, ending with fruit and spice. Good value!
Blend of 95% Tempranillo and 5% Mazuelo, aged for 18 months in American and French oak, deep Ruby with aromas of red and black fruits and spice. On the palate flavors of blackberry and plum with pepper spice. Medium finish, fine grippy tannins, ending with fruit and spice. Good value!
Aug 10th, 2025
This is a very dry red Rioja. Showing red and black fruits with earth, cedar, leather, chocolates, tobacco, licorice and peppercorn.
Medium bodied with medium plus acidity.
Nice mouthfeel with a medium finish and firm tannins.
A good food wine. Will be better in a year or two.
A blend of 90% Tempranillo and 10% Mazuelo. Aged for 16 months in French and American oak barrels.
14.5% alcohol by volume.
86 points.
$17.
This is a very dry red Rioja. Showing red and black fruits with earth, cedar, leather, chocolates, tobacco, licorice and peppercorn.
Medium bodied with medium plus acidity.
Nice mouthfeel with a medium finish and firm tannins.
A good food wine. Will be better in a year or two.
A blend of 90% Tempranillo and 10% Mazuelo. Aged for 16 months in French and American oak barrels.
14.5% alcohol by volume.
86 points.
$17.
Cola, spice, black currant. Great buy. Even the resident Rioja hater thought it was "pretty good."
Cola, spice, black currant. Great buy. Even the resident Rioja hater thought it was "pretty good."
Jan 31st, 2017
Big oak, lots of dark fruits. Vanilla, cedar box, dried tobacco, and just a hint of coconut. Lots of aggressive tannins.
Big oak, lots of dark fruits. Vanilla, cedar box, dried tobacco, and just a hint of coconut. Lots of aggressive tannins.
Apr 20th, 2015
Valserrano – Tempranillo & Graciano – 2020
Rioja Alavesa DOCa – Spain 🇪🇸
Overview
A Crianza-level Rioja built for approachability, freshness, and everyday enjoyment. Predominantly Tempranillo with a touch of Graciano, aged briefly in oak to soften the edges while preserving fruit purity.
Aromas & Flavors
Red cherry, raspberry, and plum with hints of licorice, vanilla, and subtle spice. Light herbal notes and soft oak support without dominating.
Mouthfeel
Medium-light body, juicy and vibrant with mild tannins and easy-going acidity. Friendly texture that drinks effortlessly, even slightly chilled.
Food Pairings
Tapas, grilled chicken, burgers, pizza, or chorizo, anything casual and flavorful.
Verdict
An easy-drinking, fruit-forward Rioja that embraces the modern, relaxed side of Rioja Alavesa. Fun, refreshing, and crowd-pleasing without trying too hard.
Did You Know?
Crianza wines are Spain’s most versatile category, requiring a minimum of 2 years of aging with at least 1 year in oak, striking the sweet spot between young fruit and gentle structure.
Valserrano – Tempranillo & Graciano – 2020
Rioja Alavesa DOCa – Spain 🇪🇸
Overview
A Crianza-level Rioja built for approachability, freshness, and everyday enjoyment. Predominantly Tempranillo with a touch of Graciano, aged briefly in oak to soften the edges while preserving fruit purity.
Aromas & Flavors
Red cherry, raspberry, and plum with hints of licorice, vanilla, and subtle spice. Light herbal notes and soft oak support without dominating.
Mouthfeel
Medium-light body, juicy and vibrant with mild tannins and easy-going acidity. Friendly texture that drinks effortlessly, even slightly chilled.
Food Pairings
Tapas, grilled chicken, burgers, pizza, or chorizo, anything casual and flavorful.
Verdict
An easy-drinking, fruit-forward Rioja that embraces the modern, relaxed side of Rioja Alavesa. Fun, refreshing, and crowd-pleasing without trying too hard.
Did You Know?
Crianza wines are Spain’s most versatile category, requiring a minimum of 2 years of aging with at least 1 year in oak, striking the sweet spot between young fruit and gentle structure.
2020 vintage. Excellent! A dry, delicious Rioja.
2020 vintage. Excellent! A dry, delicious Rioja.
Jun 30th, 2025Dry and fruity. High acidity for cate
Dry and fruity. High acidity for cate
Jun 5th, 2024
Earthier, easy drinking but a little bitter. Moderate cleansing tannins.
Earthier, easy drinking but a little bitter. Moderate cleansing tannins.
May 12th, 2021
A delicious drink after a long. Long days. The perfect amount of sweet and spice
A delicious drink after a long. Long days. The perfect amount of sweet and spice
Mar 1st, 2021