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Red Wine Cune Imperial Reserva 2018
Reserva red wine from La Rioja. Blend of Tempranillo, Graciano, Grenache & Mazuela aged for 24 months in French and American oak barrels.
Reserva. 24 Months in French and American oak barrels
Percentage of Alcohol: 14º
Bottle size: 75 cl
D.O.: Rioja
P 94
ñ 93
93
93
Availability: In stock
€26.50
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The venerable Cune Imperial Reserva is an all-time classic from DOCa Rioja which showcases the glory of the region's traditional winemaking methods.
Produced by the prestigious Compañía Vinícola del Norte de España-CVNE, this Spanish red wine is made basically from Tempranillo (85%), complemented with Graciano, Mazuela and Grenache, all of them coming from the best parcels of the winery.
Harvested at an optimal ripening state, once in the cellar the grapes were first cold-macerated for 24 hours and then fermented in wooden vats of different sizes.
After going through malolactic fermentation in concrete tanks and wooden vats, this red wine from La Rioja was aged for 24 months in French and American oak barrels.
Gently clarified with egg whites, Cune Imperial Reserva 2018 was kept for a further 24 months in the bottle before being released onto the market.
Decant this Reserva red wine 1 hour before drinking.
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| Appearance | The wine Cune Imperial Reserva is medium ruby with some reddish tinges and a brick red rim. |
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| Nose | After letting the wine breathe, this blend of Tempranillo, Graciano, Grenache and Mazuela suggests some deep notes of menthol, balsam, tobacco and fine leather. Black and red fruit slowly appear, with delicately oaky touches and hints of liquorice, dry leaves and wet undergrowth. |
| Palate | Medium bodied, this red wine from CVNE Compañía Vinícola del Norte de España is suprisingly fresh and fruit-forward, with cranberries, blackberries, vanilla and some hints of liquorice and cocoa. Tannins are ripe and velvety, and acidity is vibrant and crisp. Long finish with notes of ripe red fruit. Supple and well-balanced. |
| Our personal opinion | The traditional Cune Imperial Reserva 2018 is a good wine for a formal dinner. Timeless elegance. |
| OTHER VINTAGES | Cune Imperial Reserva 2017: Enterwine 93. T. Atkin 95. J. Suckling 93. Cune Imperial Reserva 2016: Enterwine 93. Parker 93. Guía Peñín 93. J. Suckling 96. T. Atkin 93. Cune Imperial Reserva 2015: Enterwine 92. Tim Atkin 96 & Best Wine of the Year. James Suckling 95. Parker 93. Peñín 93. Cune Imperial Reserva 2014: Enterwine 92. Parker 92. Peñín 93. Cune Imperial Reserva 2011: Enterwine 92. Peñín 92. Parker 91. Cune Imperial Reserva 2010: Parker 92. Peñín 90. Cune Imperial Reserva 2009: Parker 92. Peñín 92. Wine & Spirits 93. |
| Year | 2018 |
| Type | Red |
| D.O. | Rioja |
| Bottle size | 75 cl |
| Serving tempurature | 16-18ºC |
| Should this wine be decanted? | 40-60 minutes before serving |
| Ageing | Reserva |
| Type of ageing | Months in French and American oak barrels |
| Number of months aged in Barrels | 24 |
| Parker's Score | 94 |
| Peñin Score | 93 |
| Enterwine's Score | 93 |
| Media rating | 93 |
| Other guides | Wine Spectator 91 points |
| Name of Award | Decanter WWA 2023: 87 points & Bronze Medal. |
| Percentage of variety | Tempranillo 85%, Graciano 10%, Mazuela 5%. |
| Pairings | Birds, Civet, Game animals, Grilled red meats, Grilled vegitables, Mushrooms, Red meat with gravy, Roasted foods, Roasted lamb, Roasted lamb ribs, Sheep´s cheese, Specialty Spanish prosciutto , Stew, Stews |
| Taste | Complex and Elegant, Silky and intense, Tasty with barrel notes |
| Occasion | A special occasion, Family reunion, To bring to an engagement |
Reviews
1 Review
Great wine
Really exquisite and classy, with impressive nuance and freshness, very complete and satisfying.
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(Posted on 13 July 2023)
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