Bodegas y Viñedos de la Marquesa
Valserrano Gran Reserva Rioja Tempranillo Blend
La Rioja, Spain
Deep Ruby with an elegant bouquet of berry fruits, pepper spice with earthy tones, a traditional Rioja, aged 26 months in American (40%) and French (60%) oak. On the palate flavors of plum and sour cherry, tobacco, smoky pepper spice, lively acidity. Fine firm tannins, medium finish ending with fruit, spice and an earthy character.
Deep Ruby with an elegant bouquet of berry fruits, pepper spice with earthy tones, a traditional Rioja, aged 26 months in American (40%) and French (60%) oak. On the palate flavors of plum and sour cherry, tobacco, smoky pepper spice, lively acidity. Fine firm tannins, medium finish ending with fruit, spice and an earthy character.
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Valserrano – Tempranillo & Graciano – 2018
Rioja DOCa – Rioja Alavesa, Spain 🇪🇸
Overview
A classic Gran Reserva blend of Tempranillo with a small percentage of Graciano, aged extensively in oak and bottle. The 2018 vintage delivers depth, elegance, and maturity without excess weight, a refined display of Rioja Alavesa pedigree.
Aromas & Flavors
Black cherry, dried fig, redcurrant, and plum layered with cedar, leather, vanilla bean, clove, and cocoa. Subtle dried herbs and balsamic notes appear with air, adding savory complexity.
Mouthfeel
Medium-plus body with silky, integrated tannins and balanced acidity. Supple, harmonious texture with a long, elegant finish that leans more refined than powerful.
Food Pairings
Roast lamb, duck breast, grilled ribeye, aged Manchego, or mushroom risotto.
Verdict
A beautifully composed Gran Reserva that blends classic Rioja maturity with freshness and finesse. Complex, layered, and quietly profound, more about harmony and nuance than sheer extraction.
Did You Know?
Gran Reserva wines represent only a small fraction of Rioja production and must undergo a minimum of 5 years of aging, including at least 2 years in oak and 2 years in bottle, resulting in their signature silky texture and developed aromatics.
Valserrano – Tempranillo & Graciano – 2018
Rioja DOCa – Rioja Alavesa, Spain 🇪🇸
Overview
A classic Gran Reserva blend of Tempranillo with a small percentage of Graciano, aged extensively in oak and bottle. The 2018 vintage delivers depth, elegance, and maturity without excess weight, a refined display of Rioja Alavesa pedigree.
Aromas & Flavors
Black cherry, dried fig, redcurrant, and plum layered with cedar, leather, vanilla bean, clove, and cocoa. Subtle dried herbs and balsamic notes appear with air, adding savory complexity.
Mouthfeel
Medium-plus body with silky, integrated tannins and balanced acidity. Supple, harmonious texture with a long, elegant finish that leans more refined than powerful.
Food Pairings
Roast lamb, duck breast, grilled ribeye, aged Manchego, or mushroom risotto.
Verdict
A beautifully composed Gran Reserva that blends classic Rioja maturity with freshness and finesse. Complex, layered, and quietly profound, more about harmony and nuance than sheer extraction.
Did You Know?
Gran Reserva wines represent only a small fraction of Rioja production and must undergo a minimum of 5 years of aging, including at least 2 years in oak and 2 years in bottle, resulting in their signature silky texture and developed aromatics.
red fruit, dark but not overpowering, spice. Had at Total Wine Tasting 01/2025
red fruit, dark but not overpowering, spice. Had at Total Wine Tasting 01/2025
Jan 24th, 2025
Enough tannins to cleanse the palate and mature enough for a smooth finish. The nose is pleasant and the mouthfeel velvety.
Enough tannins to cleanse the palate and mature enough for a smooth finish. The nose is pleasant and the mouthfeel velvety.
Feb 23rd, 2023
Jan 14-15. Dark red fruit leather. Balanced, nice complexity.
Jan 14-15. Dark red fruit leather. Balanced, nice complexity.
Jan 17th, 2022Smooth oakey nose with dark fruits.
Med body and med finish of dark fruits, light leather
Smooth oakey nose with dark fruits.
Med body and med finish of dark fruits, light leather