Marqués de Riscal is one of Rioja’s true classics—a historic estate founded in 1858 that helped shape the region’s reputation for elegant, age‑worthy wines. Known for its silky texture, refined oak influence, and vibrant red‑fruit character, Marqués de Riscal crafts wines that balance tradition with a modern sense of freshness. Whether enjoyed young for their bright, juicy appeal or cellared for added complexity, these wines offer a timeless expression of Rioja’s heritage and craftsmanship.
Expressive aromas of licorice, cinnamon and black pepper, with a subtle touch of cask aging adding complexity to ripe, concentrated fruit. Fresh and supple, with polished tannins, balanced structure, and lingering balsamic notes on the finish.
Blend: 100% Tempranillo
92 Jeb Dunnuck The winery’s flagship wine, the 2021 Reserva has a highly appealing spicy balsamic character and an undertone of freshness highlighted by the addition of 3% Graciano. A solid 20 months in American oak provides structure and toasty notes to the ripe, full-bodied creaminess of the wine, rich in red and black cherry fruit that’s textured and layered throughout supple, silky tannins. This is a classic, ready to go another 10-15 years.
92 James Suckling A combination of licorice, blackberries and cherries on the nose, a floral element emerging as the wine evolves. The medium- to full-bodied palate is incisive with polished, focused tannins and a clean, chiseled finish. Uncomplicated. Drink or hold.
92 Wine Enthusiast Poised, classic, and linear, this Reserva Tempranillo delivers detail and length in a approachable wine. Spiced blackberry and dark cherry pick up baking spices and a drop of molasses. Tannins melt across the palate maintaining friendly poise for a highly drinkable Rioja.
91 Decanter Big and rich, this has plenty of oak but also a lot of fruit to carry it. The alcohol feels a llittle warm on the palate. It finishes with spice and sweet dark berry fruit. Drinking Window: 2025 - 2031
90 Wine Spectator Ripe mulberry and boysenberry fruit is accented by wild thyme, warm spices, mineral and mandarin orange peel in this well-balanced red, with light, taut tannins. Tempranillo and Graciano. Drink now through 2031.
