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Montecillo Reserva Wine

A wine with a classic profile; unmistakeably Rioja. A symbol of our commitment to more than 150 years of history in a very special land. This blend of Tempranillo and Mazuelo rewards us with a memorable wine that surprises with its endless nuances.

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Discover this wine that surprises with its infinite number of nuances

Variety

93% Tempranillo and 7% Mazuelo

Thanks to rigorous monitoring and exhaustive treatments in our Reserva vineyards, we were able to prevent potential pest infestations in the spring and summer, allowing the grapes to ripen properly and yield a balanced harvest—both crucial factors for this type of long-aged wine.

The vineyards that the Tempranillo came from are located in Fuenmayor, Navarrete, Sotés, Cenicero y Badarán. An average of 30 years of age, dry-farmed and bush trained. Different types of soil, mainly calcareous-clay and poor in organic matter.

The Mazuelo vineyard is located in Medrano. Bush-trained vines of more than 50 years of age, planted in sandy soil, with a greater concentration of organic material and good drainage.

Graduation

13,5 %

Testimonials

The talented Mercedes García makes an impressive 600,000 bottles of this stylish, wellpriced Reserva. Combining Tempranillo and 7% Mazuelo, it has perfumed, toasty French and 20% American oak, flavours of liquorice, blackberry and coffee bean and a refreshing, well-balanced finish. 2027-33

Tim Atkin MW RIoja Report 2026

Prizes of Montecillo Reserva Wine

Premio Tim Atkin 91 Premio Mundus Vini Gold
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Elaboration

1

Tempranillo: 8% of the must is bled off. Pre-fermentative maceration with the skins takes place over two days. Alcoholic fermentation took place at 26ºC, with controlled pumping-over and 48 hours’ post-fermentative maceration with the skins. Devatting under gravity. Malolactic fermentation took place in underground cement tanks.

2

Mazuelo: Alcoholic fermentation in small stainless steel tanks, with prior bleeding-off of 10% of the must. Devatting under gravity. Malolactic fermentation took place in underground cement tanks.

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Breeding

1

Tempranillo: 24 months' ageing in medium-toast mixed oak (80% French and 20% American oak) barrels.

2

Mazuelo: 20 months' ageing in lightly toasted French oak barrels.

3

After final blending, the wine rests in the bottle for at least 20 months before release.

Color

A wine with deep color, a garnet-red hue. The rim is still very bright.

Smells

On the nose, its intensity is surprising considering it is a wine that has spent a long time aging under reductive conditions, with notes of black fruit, pepper, blackberry, and a very distinct mineral background.

Taste

Very balanced on the palate; noticeable tannins and a rich, velvety texture produce a fascinating combination. The finish is marked once again by black fruit and a hint of cinnamon.

Wine analytics

Alcohol

13,5 %

Residual sugar

1,6 g/l

Acidity

5,40 g/l

pH

3.58

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