El Coto de Rioja

Coto de Imaz Rioja Tempranillo Blend

9.044 ratings
8.93 pro ratings
La Rioja, Spain
Tempranillo Blend
Duck, Pasta, Beans & Peas, Goose, Chili & Hot Spicy, Exotic Spices, Game, Baking Spices, Herbs, Mushrooms, Hard Cheese, Turkey, Pork, Salami & Prosciutto, Tomato-Based, Venison, Pungent Cheese, Soft Cheese, Onion, Chicken, Veal, Paella
Top Notes For
Stefan Dolhain

A nice surprise.

A nice surprise.

Dec 23rd, 2023
Bill Morgan

Wonderful full bodied Rioja

Wonderful full bodied Rioja

1 person found it helpfulApr 30th, 2016
Jeremy Shanker

Sommelier at RN74

9.4

I blinded this as Lopez.

I blinded this as Lopez.

Nov 25th, 2016
Jon Maxwell

Founder Veritas Wine Consulting

8.5

Decayed beauty. Elegant.

Decayed beauty. Elegant.

Apr 27th, 2014
Freddy R. Troya

Coto de Imaz – Reserva 2010
Rioja DOCa, Spain 🇪🇸

Overview
Coto de Imaz carries centuries of history, with monks cultivating vines around the Imaz fortress since the 16th century. The Reserva 2010 is a testament to Rioja’s longevity, showing how gracefully these wines evolve over 15 years.

Aromas & Flavors
A beautiful flurry of ripe red fruits with fig accents and blueberry compote. Gentle notes of spice and earth emerge with air, adding layers to the fruit core.

Mouthfeel
Smooth, silky, and polished—tannins have fully integrated, leaving elegance and softness without losing freshness. The finish lingers with harmony and poise.

Food Pairing
Perfect with classic Rioja pairings like roasted lamb, jamón ibérico, or aged Manchego. It also shines on its own, a contemplative glass for savoring history in a bottle.

Verdict
A 15-year-old gem that stands proudly in its brilliance. Still vibrant, still captivating, and undeniably drinkable to the very last drop.

🍷 Personal Pick Highlight: When it comes to Coto de Imaz, it never disappoints—this Reserva proves once again why Rioja remains one of the world’s great aging regions. Cheers!

Coto de Imaz – Reserva 2010
Rioja DOCa, Spain 🇪🇸

Overview
Coto de Imaz carries centuries of history, with monks cultivating vines around the Imaz fortress since the 16th century. The Reserva 2010 is a testament to Rioja’s longevity, showing how gracefully these wines evolve over 15 years.

Aromas & Flavors
A beautiful flurry of ripe red fruits with fig accents and blueberry compote. Gentle notes of spice and earth emerge with air, adding layers to the fruit core.

Mouthfeel
Smooth, silky, and polished—tannins have fully integrated, leaving elegance and softness without losing freshness. The finish lingers with harmony and poise.

Food Pairing
Perfect with classic Rioja pairings like roasted lamb, jamón ibérico, or aged Manchego. It also shines on its own, a contemplative glass for savoring history in a bottle.

Verdict
A 15-year-old gem that stands proudly in its brilliance. Still vibrant, still captivating, and undeniably drinkable to the very last drop.

🍷 Personal Pick Highlight: When it comes to Coto de Imaz, it never disappoints—this Reserva proves once again why Rioja remains one of the world’s great aging regions. Cheers!

Sep 14th, 2025
Charles Mires

Outstanding. Long time to come around but worth the wait.

Outstanding. Long time to come around but worth the wait.

Jan 6th, 2020
Ray Vanderhoff

Dusty red cherry dominates. Hints of leather, beef jerky and tobacco. Smooth tannins and very dry.

Dusty red cherry dominates. Hints of leather, beef jerky and tobacco. Smooth tannins and very dry.

Jul 13th, 2019
Oscar Díaz Maldonado

Español clásico recomendable.

Español clásico recomendable.

Apr 28th, 2018
Rainer Kölln

Ein weicher Rotwein mit viel Erfahrung. Er schlummerte lange in unserem Keller. Samtweich und lecker.

Ein weicher Rotwein mit viel Erfahrung. Er schlummerte lange in unserem Keller. Samtweich und lecker.

Nov 16th, 2017
Tony Bubbles

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Aug 29th, 2017