Contino Reserva 2020
FROM THE FIRST CHATEAU CONCEPT IN RIOJA
Made by C.V.N.E. one of the oldest wine groups in Spain
Rioja's first single vineyard wine since 1973
Aged for 18 months in French oak (90%) and American oak (10%)
Description
GRAPE VARIETIES
86% Tempranillo, 6% Mazuelo, 6% Graciano and 2% Garnacha
WINE TASTING
Viñedos del Contino was born in 1973, establishing the “château” concept in
the Rioja region. Its wines are made exclusively from the vines planted on its 62 hectares. The estate’s vineyards embrace its ancestral home within a meander in the River Ebro, located in Laserna, near the village of Laguardia in the Rioja Alavesa winemaking region.
In the times of the Reyes Catolicos (Ferdinand of Aragon and Elisabeth of Castille) the distinction of ‘Contino’ was conferred on each of the continuation of the Life Guards who protected the monarchs and their family. The Contino Pedro de Samaniego was rewarded with the estate of Laserna from which the Contino estate derives its name. The Contino labels show a figure of Saint Gregory, founder of the Benedictine monastic order and the patron saint of vine growers.
This is a wine that perfectly expresses and reflects the San Rafael estate, where Viñedos del Contino is located. It expresses the liveliness of our vines, the fluid character of our soils and the great complexity of the universe of micro-plots into which the estate is divided. Moreover, this 2020 is a wine with great potential to progress over time. The nose is reminiscent of black fruit notes, very well balanced with the expression of its oak ageing. Both on the palate and in the aftertaste, it is a fluid, silky wine, with personality and reserve character.
FOOD PAIRING
Perfect with grilled meats, especially milk-fed lamb, casseroles and stews, cured cheeses and charcuterie.
Ingredients, Nutritional Values & Allergens
Ingredients
| Ingredients: 86% Tempranillo, 6% Mazuelo, 6% Graciano and 2% Garnacha, |
| Net Weight: 75cl |
| Best Before: See label |
| Country of Origin: Spain |
| Brand: Contino |
| Packaging: Sealed glass bottle |
| Storage: Store in a cool dry place |
| Usage: Serve between 12 and 18°C |
| Vintage: 2020 |
| Region: Rioja |
| ABV: 14% |
| Grape: 86% Tempranillo, 6% Mazuelo, 6% Graciano & 2% Garnacha |
Allergens
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The Source
Compañía Vinícola del Norte de España (C.V.N.E.)
In 1879, the Real de Asúa brothers arrived in Haro to embark on what would become one of the longest-standing histories in the wine world. A trip initially taken for health reasons led to the creation of Compañía Vinícola del Norte de España (C.V.N.E.) in the iconic Barrio de la Estación railway station.
This marked the birth of a family winery that has grown over five generations. Today, the winery is still run by the same family, producing quality, artisanal and traditional wines that grace tables in more than 90 countries. An industry leader in Spain and winner of prestigious wine awards including accolades from Wine Spectator and Wine Advocate over the course of its history, CVNE has continued to grow while always remaining true to its objective of creating premium wines and tapping into the potential of the outstanding vineyards in its environs. The group currently has eight wineries in Spain’s principal wine-growing regions: CVNE, Imperial, Viña Real and Viñedos del Contino in Rioja, Roger Goulart in Penedés, Bela in Ribera del Duero, Virgen del Galir in Valdeorras and La Val in Rías Baixas.
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