XR de Marqués de Riscal 6 Bottles
XR de Marqués de Riscal 6 Bottles is a dry, full-bodied red from Tempranillo (Rioja, Spain), in the rich, smooth reds style. Tannins are moderate and acidity moderate; oak influence is noticeable. Good with roast pork, roast chicken, lamb, sausages. Cheapest offer £179.99 at North & South Wines.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial 2011 Marqués de Murrieta · Rioja | £180.00 | |||
| La Rioja Alta Gran Reserva 904 Magnum 2005 La Rioja Alta · Rioja | £175.00 | |||
| El Pison Artadi 2006 Artadi · Rioja | £190.00 | |||
| La Rioja Alta Gran Reserva 890 2005 La Rioja Alta · Rioja | £195.00 |
Intense black-cherry colour with good depth of colour and hardly any signs of evolution. Very expressive aromas on the nose with notes of liquorice, cinnamon and black pepper, with just a subtle hint of the long cask-ageing, thanks to its great complexity and ripe, concentrated fruit. Fresh and easy to drink on the palate, good backbone and lovely, polished tannins. The long, persistent finish leaves gentle balsamic reminders of the finest quality. FOOD MATCHES This wine goes well with ham, mild cheeses, casseroles which are not highly spiced, bean and pulse dishes, poultry, red meat, grills and roasts.