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El Coto de Imaz Gran Reserva 2012 Wine Review

El Coto de Imaz Gran Reserva 2012

El Coto de Imaz Gran Reserva 2012

Rioja D.O.C.A., Spain

Community Score:90/100

Community Reviews: 3

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Price: $37.95

Drink: 2020-2026

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 13.5%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: El Coto de Imaz

Agent: Noble Estates Wines & Spirits Inc.

Natalie's Score: 90/100

An elegant Rioja Gran Reserva produced from 90% Tempranillo, 10% Graciano with layers of dark plum, red berry, well-integrated oak spice and vibrant acidity for food. Enjoy now and for the next five years. Pair with a Porchetta roast.

Food pairings: herbed steaks, Portobello mushroom, chilli, soup, Papas con chorizo.

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This El Coto de Imaz Gran Reserva 2012 was reviewed on March 19, 2021 by Natalie MacLean

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Jennifer Havers - WSET Level 3 rated this wine as 90/100 with the following review:

Tasted in 2020 and I would say it has a few more years at least. Aromas of blackberry, plum, and black cherry, with some spicy, leather hints. Full bodied, with some soft, but grippy tannins, bright acidity, and lots of ripe fruit on the palate. More leathery, spice and smoke on the finish. Enjoy for another 5+ years with a grilled, marinated flank steak.
El Coto de Imaz 2012 Gran Reserva is a robust 90% Tempranillo and 10% Graciano red wine blend. Mature and so tasty with dark plum, ripe red berry, dark chocolate and spicy flavours on the palate. Vibrant acidity for food. Well-crafted, balanced and aged. An excellent Rioja red. Pair with roast boar. - Community Wine Reviews

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