The origins of Bodega Marqués del Silvo are deeply linked to the development of the Rioja region as from the start they have consistently been one of the pillars of this Denomination of Origin, one of the "crown jewel" regions in the wine world. Their wines reflect their origin and drink way above their price point. This beautiful blend of Tempranillo and Garnacha is perfect this month as we begin to think (maybe, at some point) about the weather cooling and what foods we'll enjoy when that momentous day occurs. Spanish wines in general and this Gran Reserva in particular will make for a seamless transition between summery foods off the grill to heartier meals when the Mercury drops.
The nose is filled with bright, ripe fruits and berries with excellent support from notes of pepper spice, cedar and a touch of underbrush and midnight garden. The ripe fruit stays the star upon tasting, and what a beauty this wine is! Hints of plum, mulberry and boysenberry leads to layers of brown and black spices, earth and plenty of body (tannins and acidity) to cut through the richer meals this would perfectly pair with. Enjoy with full flavor foods and full confidence—this one's a beauty!
WINE ENTHUSIAST 92 POINTS - "An intriguing bouquet and satisfying flavors join a refined and juicy palate in this Rioja Gran Reserva. Garnacha and Tempranillo form lush counterparts bringing bright fruits and lifted aromatics together with depth of flavor and silken tannins. A zest of citrus and drop of vanilla cream emerge in the midpalate, stretching into a long finish. Classic. Enjoy with aged cheeses, roast mushrooms, lamb, and winter stews." — E.C.B.
JAMES SUCKLING 91 POINTS - "A restrained nose with plums, citrus and fine spices. Juicy and medium-bodied on the palate with soft-grained tannins and bright acidity. Traditional and contained. Drink now."
The nose is filled with bright, ripe fruits and berries with excellent support from notes of pepper spice, cedar and a touch of underbrush and midnight garden. The ripe fruit stays the star upon tasting, and what a beauty this wine is! Hints of plum, mulberry and boysenberry leads to layers of brown and black spices, earth and plenty of body (tannins and acidity) to cut through the richer meals this would perfectly pair with. Enjoy with full flavor foods and full confidence—this one's a beauty!
WINE ENTHUSIAST 92 POINTS - "An intriguing bouquet and satisfying flavors join a refined and juicy palate in this Rioja Gran Reserva. Garnacha and Tempranillo form lush counterparts bringing bright fruits and lifted aromatics together with depth of flavor and silken tannins. A zest of citrus and drop of vanilla cream emerge in the midpalate, stretching into a long finish. Classic. Enjoy with aged cheeses, roast mushrooms, lamb, and winter stews." — E.C.B.
JAMES SUCKLING 91 POINTS - "A restrained nose with plums, citrus and fine spices. Juicy and medium-bodied on the palate with soft-grained tannins and bright acidity. Traditional and contained. Drink now."
