Contino Gran Reserva 2017 - El Carajo Wine Store

Contino Gran Reserva 2017

$69.99
$69.99 $72.99
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Contino Gran Reserva 2017 - El Carajo Wine Store
Contino Gran Reserva 2017

Contino Gran Reserva 2017

$69.99
$69.99 $72.99
95
Jeb Dunnuck

Product Information

  • 🍷 Style
    Red
  • 🍇 Varietal
    Tempranillo
  • 🏴 Region
    Rioja, Spain
  • 📅 Vintage
    2017
  • 📏 Size
    750 ML
  • 🧪 ABV
    14.0%

Tasting Notes

Harmonious and elegant, showing black fruit depth with floral and balsamic notes that add freshness. Silky and powerful with integrated tannins, it finishes long with subtle spice and poise.

Food Paring

Match with roast lamb, grilled steak or game birds. Great alongside Iberian ham, roasted peppers or aged sheep’s cheese.

Professional Reviews

95 Jeb Dunnuck

"The 2017 Gran Reserva is based on 82% Tempranillo, 10% Graciano, and the rest Mazuelo and Garnacha that comes from a selection of the best parcels on the estate. It has a deeper plum hue to go with a brilliantly complex nose of ripe plums, smoked tobacco, incense, and tobacco, with a subtle earthy, chocolaty undertone. Aged two years in small barrels, it's medium to full-bodied, has a plush, layered mouthfeel, plenty of underlying tannins, and a great, great finish. This beauty builds nicely with time in the glass and is a riveting Rioja to enjoy over the coming 15-20 years."

Region Information

Rioja is one of Spain’s most renowned wine regions, internationally recognized for high‑quality red wines made primarily from Tempranillo. A combination of Atlantic and Mediterranean influences, along with diverse soils, allows Rioja to produce wines known for balance, elegance, and aging potential. Rioja wines range from fresh and fruit‑forward styles to complex, oak‑aged expressions that define classic Spanish winemaking.

Spain has the largest vineyard area in the world and a winemaking history that spans thousands of years. It is known for regions such as Rioja, Ribera del Duero, and Priorat, which produce distinctive red wines. Spain is also famous for fortified wines like Sherry and sparkling Cava. Modern investments and techniques have elevated quality while preserving regional identity.

Barcode

051497037406

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