El Coto, Coto de Imaz, Rioja Gran Reserva, MAGNUM, 6x150cl

🍷 El Coto ‘Coto de Imaz’ Rioja Gran Reserva
Country: Spain | Region: Rioja
Appellation: Rioja DOCa | Grape Variety: Predominantly Tempranillo
Style: Red Wine | Winemaking: Traditional long ageing in American oak and extended bottle ageing
Farming: Sustainable

🌟 A mature and elegantly complex Rioja Gran Reserva—silky, layered, and full of classic old-world charm.

👁 In the Glass:
Brilliant ruby red with brick-red highlights—graceful and time-honoured.

👃 On the Nose:
Subtle and evolving, with notes of toasted oak, coconut, and sweet spice, gradually opening to reveal leather, dried herbs, and earthy nuances from extended bottle ageing.

👅 On the Palate:
Smooth and refined with silky tannins and bright red berry fruit. Hints of dried raisin, clove, and a whisper of vanilla and damp earth add richness and depth, leading to a long, beautifully integrated finish.

🍽 Food Pairing:
A classic match for roast lamb, Iberian ham, grilled mushrooms, or mature Manchego. Its balance and complexity make it a wonderful partner for slow-cooked and traditional Spanish dishes.

⏳ Ageing Potential:
Perfectly mature now, but can hold for another 5–8 years, gaining further savoury nuance.

✨ Why You’ll Love It:
El Coto’s ‘Coto de Imaz’ Rioja Gran Reserva is a textbook example of Rioja at its best—mature, smooth, and deeply satisfying. With its layers of spice, fruit, and earthy elegance, it’s a wine that embodies tradition, patience, and timeless Spanish craftsmanship.