COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
Tempranillo, Graciano
PRODUCER
El Coto de Rioja
REGION
Rioja
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Coto de Imaz Reserva 2020 is a red wine from the D.O.Ca. Rioja region of Spain, produced by El Coto de Rioja. The winery, established in 1970, is the largest vineyard owner in the appellation and adheres to a philosophy of respecting classic Rioja red wine styles, particularly those aged in oak barrels. The Coto de Imaz Reserva is recognized as one of El Coto de Rioja's signature wines. The 2020 vintage is characterized by its juicy fruit notes.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€14
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
El Coto de Rioja is the largest vineyard owner in D.O.Ca. Rioja.
Fact 02
Reserva wines in Rioja require a minimum of 3 years aging (1 year in barrel, 2 in bottle).
Fact 03
This wine is aged in new American oak barrels, a classic Rioja tradition.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for the Coto de Imaz Reserva begins with fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, where it undergoes a maceration period of up to 18 days with regular pump-overs. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 18 months in new American oak barrels. A minimum of 18 months of bottle aging is then required before release, contributing to the wine's development and complexity.
