Viña Cumbrero Reserva 2017 is a single-varietal Tempranillo from Rioja Alta that showcases the perfect combination of the latest winemaking technology and a meticulous selection of raw materials. After undergoing malolactic fermentation in cement tanks, it was aged in a mix of French and American oak barrels, which imparted pleasant aromas of spices and undergrowth. A red wine ideal for pairing with stews and all kinds of meat.
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General features
Type of wine
Region
Grape variety
100% Tempranillo
Type of barrel
American and French oak barrels
Type of bottle
Bordeaux Bottle
Barrel aging time
24 months
Capacity (cl)
75
Alcohol content (% vol.)
13
General Information
Viña Cumbrero Reserva 2017 originates from selected vineyards in Rioja Alta, cultivated in bush vines over 20 years old. The terroir, with clay-limestone soils, a temperate climate, and a strong Atlantic influence, promotes a slow ripening process that enhances freshness and structure. The tempranillo variety, the queen of Rioja, expresses itself here with finesse and aging potential, thanks to the combination of altitude and deep soils that provide balance and elegance.
After manual harvesting, the grapes undergo a cold pre-fermentation maceration for two days, with 5% of the must bled off to concentrate aromas and structure. Alcoholic fermentation takes place in Ganímede tanks with a 20-day maceration, followed by malolactic fermentation in cement. The wine is aged for 24 months in American and French oak barrels, and completes its refinement with 36 months in the bottle, ensuring complexity and smoothness.
Viña Cumbrero is part of the centenary legacy of Bodegas Bilbaínas, located in the historic Barrio de la Estación in Haro. Since 1901, the winery has combined tradition and technology to create wines that reflect the essence of Rioja Alta. Its philosophy focuses on the selection of iconic vineyards and meticulous winemaking, offering wines that are synonymous with authenticity and prestige.
Viña Cumbrero Reserva 2017 is the perfect companion for red meats, stews, spiced dishes, and cured sausages.
Creators' opinion
Viña Cumbrero Reserva is a ruby red wine with a tile-colored rim, clean and bright. On the nose, it reveals aging aromas with notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla over candied fruit. On the palate, it has a velvety entry, an elegant and lively progression, with spicy hints and restrained fruit that fills the palate.
The winery
Bodegas Montecillo was founded in 1870 by Celestino Navajas Matute, being the oldest winery in the municipality of Fuenmayor and the third oldest winery of the D.O.Ca. Rioja. Since 1973, Montecillo has belonged to the Osborne Family, and today it has become one of the benchmarks for long-aged wines. It produces the Clásica range (Crianza, Reserva, Gran Reserva, a white and a rosé), signature wines, and the Viña Monty range, which represents the most avant-garde winemaking trend of the centenary winery, committed to traditional production with a renewed approach.
Bodegas Montecillo has underground cellars that house vintages dating back to 1926, as well as an impressive manual bottle rack.