ON-239277 QC-239277

Montecillo Gran Reserva 2005, Doca Rioja

Rioja (Tempranillo) Rioja (Tempranillo)
Rioja, Spain

$30.95 (239277)

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88 pts
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November 09, 2013

Critic Reviews (4)

Michael Godel
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Michael Godel

You can be sure that this storied property will stay true to its roots by relaying the land into its Tempranillo....

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John Szabo, MS
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John Szabo, MS

An elegant and lifted, traditional style Rioja, complete with abundant toasted coconut-American oak influence,...

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David Lawrason
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David Lawrason

This ageing Rioja is nicely smooth and almost satiny with ripe dried blackberry/cherry fruit, encased in chocolate,...

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Marc Chapleau
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Marc Chapleau

Slightly chocolaty, woody component well proportioned, ample flavors but lacking concentration, printing dilution....

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Community Reviews (2)

Dan Trcka
Dan Trcka

The 2005 Montecillo Gran Reserva has captivating bouquet full of dried cherry, wood, light vanilla, allspice and subtle dried mushroom notes. It is a medium bodied, extra-dry, integrated to aged wine; with good acidity, refined tannins (decant for 1+ hours – more than 2 hr is even better) and a long, clean, vanilla/woody finish. Drink with food or sip on its own; drink now – 2020? My impression: BEAUTIFUL, 91 pts – a classic, well made Rioja that is slightly too $$, but recommended for its quality. Tasted Nov/13.

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Edward Rasiulis
Edward Rasiulis

Lovely nose, but the taste falls short.

Positives: This wine features sandalwood, dried cherries, portobello mushrooms, sage & oregano. Medium light body with low tannins, average acidity and length.

Negatives: Taste is on the watery side..

Drink now on its own or pair it with grilled lamb chops.

Tasted: 29 Nov 2013

Score: 8.5/10, Value: 8.5/10 Total: 17/20

Out of 5 stars, I rated this wine: 3.5

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