COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Tempranillo
PRODUCER
Bodegas Marqués de Cáceres
REGION
Rioja
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Medium - High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Marqués de Cáceres Excellens Cuvée Especial 2019 is a red wine from the D.O.Ca Rioja, Spain, primarily made from Tempranillo grapes. Bodegas Marqués de Cáceres, founded in 1970 by Henri Forner, is known for its modern winemaking philosophy focused on fruit-forward profiles and balanced structures. The winery aims to democratize high-quality wines, making them enjoyable for a wide audience. This particular wine is crafted from selected plots of old vines, over 30 years old, from Rioja Alta, known for their low yields. It is recognized for its consistent critical acclaim and excellent value.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€9
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Named 'Excellens Cuvée Especial' for its 'excellent' selection of grapes.
Fact 02
Consistently scores in the 90s from wine critics.
Fact 03
Considered excellent value for its quality.
Fact 04
The winery was founded by Henri Forner in 1970.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Marqués de Cáceres Excellens Cuvée Especial 2019 is produced from Tempranillo grapes sourced from selected plots of old vines (over 30 years old) in Rioja Alta. The grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel with extended skin contact (over 25 days). The wine is then aged for a minimum of 12 months in French oak barriques, followed by a minimum of 12 months of bottle aging before release.
