Marques de Murrieta, Rioja Gran Reserva 2016 Cotes du Rhone in granite and schist and

in granite and schist and a high silex content

and vegan-friendly

honey and ripe fruits

On the palate it is medium-bodied and has pleasantly fine tannins

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Marques de Murrieta, Rioja Gran Reserva 2016 Cotes du Rhone in granite and schist andBrilliant garnet at the core, fading to an amber tinged rim. A layered, evolving nose with red cherry, dried plum, and baked strawberry. Cedar shavings, cigar box, and subtle sandalwood. Hints of dried herbs, rooibos tea, and balsamic spice. Underlying notes of vanilla pod, clove, and wildflower honey from long oak maturation. The palate is silky yet structured, offering juicy red fruit wrapped around an elegant tannic frame. Savory complexity tobacco