Imperial Reserva 2019
ONE OF THE GREAT WINES FROM SPAIN
Made by C.V.N.E. one of the oldest wine groups in Spain
A classic Rioja born in the 1920s
Only made in exceptional vintage years
Description
GRAPE VARIETIES
85% Tempranillo, 15% Graciano, Mazuelo and Garnacha
WINE TASTING
The Imperial winery is a small and unique independent artisanal winery within the original CVNE facility in Haro, where the company was founded. This has been one of Spain’s finest wines since 1920 and is only produced in years of exceptional harvests in Rioja: Imperial.
The winery’s flagship wine was ranked the world’s best wine in 2013 by the prestigious American magazine Wine Spectator, becoming the first Spanish wine to receive this accolade.
It takes its name from a special bottling run for the English market in a bottle known as the Imperial Pint (an imperial pint is approximately half a litre).
The winery contains French oak vats of different capacities, and rigorous quality controls govern wine production. The wines are monitored using artisanal techniques adapted specifically for each plot. Barrels are aged inside their Eiffel facility, built by the popular architect’s studio in 1909.
Imperial wines are only produced in years with outstanding harvests. They perfectly capture the essence of its soil and impeccable care of our Rioja Alta vineyards. Imperial has its own style: fine, precise and powerful.
The wine is deep garnet in colour with bluish hints at the rim. On the nose interesting aromas of wild berries and liquorice merge beautifully with notes of toffee, tobacco and undergrowth from barrel ageing. The palate reveals a wine characterised by its elegance, depth of flavour and fine, velvety tannins. The finish is long and complex.
FOOD PAIRING
Perfect with grilled red meats, casseroles and stews, cured cheeses and charcuterie.
Ingredients, Nutritional Values & Allergens
Ingredients
| Ingredients: 85% Tempranillo, 15% Graciano, Mazuelo and Garnacha, |
| Net Weight: 75cl |
| Best Before: See label |
| Country of Origin: Spain |
| Brand: Imperial |
| Packaging: Sealed glass bottle |
| Storage: Store in a cool dry place |
| Usage: Serve between 12 and 18°C |
| Vintage: 2019 |
| Region: Rioja |
| ABV: 14% |
| Grape: 85% Tempranillo, 15% Graciano, Mazuelo and 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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