DOCa Rioja (Rioja Alavesa)
Marqués de Riscal Reserva 2021
Marqués de Riscal · Tempranillo and Graciano
Why I like it: A Rioja classic that never lets you down. For under €18 you get a serious reserva with 91 points from Tim Atkin, and it's a winery well worth visiting.
Tasting notes
The classic from Elciego, in Rioja Alavesa. According to Bodeboca: vines planted in the 1970s on clay-limestone soils and 20 months in American oak barrels. 91 Tim Atkin. 14.5% ABV. Vivino: 4.1 (checked 28/10/2026).
Pairing
Medium-cured cheeses, stews, pulses, grilled red meat and roasts.
♪ Enjoy it with Concierto de Aranjuez: II. Adagio · Joaquín Rodrigo, Narciso Yepes
An unhurried Spanish classic, like this timeless Rioja. Listen on Spotify ↗
17,95 €
Please drink responsibly. The sale of alcohol to under-18s is prohibited.
