{"product_id":"marques-de-riscal-150th-anniversary-rioja-gran-reserva-2017-750ml-pre-sale-introductory-offer","title":"Marqués De Riscal 150th Anniversary Rioja Gran Reserva 2017 750ml (Pre-Sale - Introductory Offer)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points Wine Enthusiast • 93 Points Vinous • 91 Points Wine Spectator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally created to celebrate the winery’s 150th anniversary, this distinguished Gran Reserva honors the winemaking traditions of Rioja Alavesa. Produced only in excellent vintages, it draws its character from old vineyard plots with vines more than 80 years old, delivering impressive concentration, complexity and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted in the winery’s restored 1883 cellar, the 2017 vintage was aged for \u003cstrong\u003e32 months in French oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by a further three years in bottle. This extended maturation refines its substantial tannins, creating a wine that balances power with a polished, rounded texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep, dark cherry in color, it offers complex aromas of toasted oak, balsamic notes, black pepper and cinnamon. The palate is rich and structured, with generous depth and concentrated tannins that carry through to a long, silky finish. A distinctive Rioja for special dinners, thoughtful gifts and the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProfessional Ratings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Enthusiast — 95 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep garnet in color, this wine has a nose of black currant and caramel. Black cherry, cassis, mocha, butterscotch, violet and anisette flavors are wrapped in a sheath of opulent tannins that peel away to reveal a eucalyptus-infused finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinous — 93 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Rioja with a Bordeaux influence, the 2017 Gran Reserva 150 Aniversario is a blend of 80% Tempranillo and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, sourced from Rioja Alavesa and aged in oak barrels. Displaying a garnet color, the nose reveals herbs and oak with hints of pepper, blackberry and mocha. Dry, juicy and taut, the substantial, concentrated palate lingers with a black fruit core. This is a tasty red crafted with care in a crowd-pleasing style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Spectator — 91 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA skein of sweet tobacco, vanilla and red licorice winds through the baked cherry and black plum fruit, leather, dark chocolate and spice notes offered in this elegant red. Underlying tannins are supple and well-integrated, and the rich, lasting profile is brightened by a subtle tang of mandarin orange peel acidity. Drink now through 2030.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Accolades:\u003c\/strong\u003e 99 Points Guía Vinos Gourmets 2024 • 98 Points Guía Vivir el Vino 2024 • 97 Points Guía Peñín 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roast lamb, grilled beef, game casseroles, cured ham and mature cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rioja Alavesa, Rioja DOCa, Spain\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlend:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80% Tempranillo, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32 months in French oak, followed by three years in bottle\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 61–64°F (16–18°C)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"67Wine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54010498515227,"sku":"210000061065","price":99.81,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/1789\/4171\/files\/itoxqkevqj2ntf3rdcjx.jpg?v=1790025937","url":"https:\/\/67wine.com\/products\/marques-de-riscal-150th-anniversary-rioja-gran-reserva-2017-750ml-pre-sale-introductory-offer","provider":"67","version":"1.0","type":"link"}