CVNEImperialReserva,2019

Savoury, intensely moreish and persistent Rioja Reserva from Top Producer

“Deep crimson. Smells richer and deeper than the Asúa, but still beautifully fragrant with sweet red and black cherries, just a touch of leather and oak spice with dried-cherry sweetness and a pinch of vanilla. On the palate, more savoury thanks to the highly textured, chewy tannins that are starting to resolve but still need time or food. Intensely moreish and persistent.” Jancis Robinson

• Tim Atkin 94pts
• Decanter 92pts
• 24 months in American and French oak

Cellaring: Drink now to 2035

Food Pairing: Roast lamb, chilli con carne, Moroccan tagines, hard sheeps’ cheeses such as Manchego.

STORY BEHIND THE LABEL

The Imperial winery is a small and unique independent artisanal winery within the original CVNE – or CUNÉ – facility in Haro, where the company was originally founded. The Imperial Reserva has been one of Spain’s finest and most lauded wines since 1920 and it’s only produced in years of exceptional harvests.