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Montecillo Reserva Tempranillo 2011 Wine Review

Montecillo Reserva Tempranillo 2011

Montecillo Reserva Tempranillo 2011

Rioja DOC, Spain

Community Score:90/100

Community Reviews: 3

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Price: $19.35

Drink: 2017-2022

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 13.5%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: Montecillo

Agent: PMA Canada Ltd.

Natalie's Score: 91/100

Tanned leather and cigar box on the nose of this mature Spanish red wine from the heart of Rioja. Founded in 1874, this winery ages its wines in oak for a minimum of three years with at least 18 months in French oak barrels. Full-bodied, fairly smoke, with a long finish. Nor fruit-forward; more contemplative. Pair with lamb.

Tempranillo food pairings: grilled steak, duck, Mexican dishes, eggplant parmigiana, green peppers.

This Montecillo Reserva Tempranillo 2011 was reviewed on January 4, 2019 by Natalie MacLean

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Jennifer Havers - WSET Level 3 rated this wine as 90/100 with the following review:

Aromas of leather, tobacco with a hint of evergreen, and some subtle fruit on the nose. Full bodied, bright acidity, and lots of leather and smoky flavours on the palate with some subtle red cherry on the finish. Enjoy with lamb, braised beef or other robust meat dishes.

1 Member would buy this wine again

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