{"product_id":"marques-de-riscal-baron-de-chirel-reserva-2017","title":"Marques de Riscal Baron de Chirel Reserva 2017","description":"\u003cp\u003eMarqués de Riscal Barón de Chirel Reserva is a benchmark Rioja from one of Spain’s most historic estates, offering a modern take on classic Gran Reserva style. With its refined structure, aromatic depth, and limited production, it stands out as a serious collector’s wine with real personality and provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis wine typically shows a deep ruby colour with the kind of brightness and clarity that signals careful élevage. On the nose, expect layered aromas of ripe black fruit, cedar, sweet spice, tobacco leaf, and subtle vanilla, with the Cabernet Sauvignon adding extra lift and structure alongside Rioja’s signature Tempranillo character.\n\nThe palate is polished and concentrated, with fine-grained tannins, fresh acidity, and a long, savory finish. It has the balance to age gracefully for many years, developing more earthy, balsamic, and tertiary complexity over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBarón de Chirel comes from Rioja, where the combination of vineyard selection and a cooler growing year helped preserve freshness and precision. The grapes are picked by hand at optimal ripeness, then fermented in stainless steel before being matured separately by variety in American oak barrels for extended aging. The wines are later blended and held in concrete before bottling, a process designed to preserve harmony, texture, and aromatic complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an excellent match for roast lamb, beef tenderloin, game, or rich mushroom dishes, as well as aged Manchego and other mature hard cheeses. Serve at 16–18°C, and consider decanting for about 1 hour to allow the wine to open fully and show its aromatic detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMarqués de Riscal is one of Rioja’s most iconic producers, with a history dating back to the 19th century and a long-standing reputation for innovation and quality. The estate has played a major role in shaping modern Rioja and is widely respected for producing wines that combine tradition, elegance, and age-worthy structure.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Marques de Riscal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252802244945,"sku":"PS-15918647116156","price":108.58,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/MarquesdeRiscalBarondeChirelReserva2017R.png?v=1783446860","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/marques-de-riscal-baron-de-chirel-reserva-2017","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}