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Wine Description
The Story
Marqués de Riscal Reserva wines are basically made from grapes from tempranillo vines planted before de 70’s, grown in the best clay-limestone soils of the Rioja Alavesa. This variety withstands oak- and bottle ageing well thanks to its good balance of acidity and fine tannin. The Graciano and Mazuelo varieties, whose presence in the blend does not exceed 10%, provide crispness and a lively colour. Fermentation takes place at a controlled temp...
Vintage 1955
The 1955 Spanish wine harvest stands as a monumental post-war landmark across both Rioja and Ribera del Duero, characterized by an exceptionally balanced growing season with warm summer sunshine and vital autumn temperature diurnal shifts that allowed Tempranillo, Garnacha, and Cabernet Sauvignon to reach full phenolic maturity alongside remarkable natural acidity. Harvested under dry, optimal conditions throughout October, historic classic bo...