Marques del Silvo 'Vino Superior' Spanish 750 ml, 6PK CA ONLY

In 1901, the father of Marques del Silvo was involved in the First Royal Order/Statute determining the origin for the Rioja wines and was also an active participant in creating the Reg. Council in 1925. The actual Marques del Silvo was born in 1922 and is still alive, at 98 years old. The current winery is 20 years old and is focused on innovation and leadership in the region. The estate was also one of the first to achieve the highest quality standard: IFS Food Certificate, and they are immersed in a project to provide alternative green energy for the building, office and winegrowing labor. Eva Lopez and the Cuvee International team, together with famed Rioja oenologist, Joseba Almaraz, give technical direction and direct the winemaking at the estate.

This unique collection offers wine enthusiasts the opportunity to enjoy the full range of labels from this incredible Rioja producer; and to gain full appreciation of what the Rioja terroir and this amazing wine producer have to offer.  The set Includes 1x 750ml bottle of each of the following wines, all of which are farmed sustainably with zero residue and are estate grown and bottled…

1x 2015 Marques del Silvo ‘Gran Reserva’ Rioja DOCa (Red) - 93pts Wine Enthusiast
 A blend of Tempranillo and Garnacha. Fermented at controlled temperature in stainless steel tanks. Clarified, filtered and transferred to the barrel.  Aged in French medium toast and American medium toast oak barrels for 30 months plus 24 months in bottle before release.  Bright garnet. Perfumed, slightly high-toned aromas of blackberry, licorice, wild herbs and elegant vanilla. Extremely long, with resonating sweetness, gently tannic and very long finish.  Perfect pairing with Iberic Bellota Jamon, Filet mignon, Roasted lamb and all-important dishes. 

1x 2017 Marques del Silvo ‘Reserva’ Rioja DOCa (Red)  A blend of Tempranillo, Graciano and Garnacha. Aged in French American medium toast  oak barrels for 30 months plus 12 months in bottle. Bright ruby. Expressive aromas of dark chocolate, redcurrant, cherry, licorice. Vanilla spicy predominant touches. Juicy in the mouth, glossy tannins with mineral notes mixed with seductive oak vanilla spices. Perfect pairing with Iberic Bellota Jamon, Filet mignon, Roasted lamb and all-important dishes. 

1x 2018 Marques del Silvo Crianza Rioja (Red)
A blend of Tempranillo, Graciano and Garnacha. Aged in French and American medium toast oak barrels for 12 months plus 12 months in bottle. Clean, delicate and refined nose, aromas of currants, blackberries, nutmeg and white-truffle undertones with great notes of vanilla and cacao. It has a silky palate with sophisticated tannins and good freshness that gives it a sense of great harmony, structure and complexity. Perfect to pair with Iberian bellota Jamon, roasted lamb, grilled chicken, Manchego cheese, pork, beef, pastrami, barbecue.

1x 2021 Marques del Silvo Rioja Cosecha (Red) 
A blend of Tempranillo, Graciano and Garnacha.  Macerated and aged for 3 months in cement tanks followed by 6 months aged in bottle.  Bright garnet red with violet tones. The nose is sweet, with aromas of blueberries, blackberries and raisin hints. Juicy tannins with mineral notes. Very fresh and crispy and elegant at the same time, persistent and fruity aftertaste. Perfect pairing with cold meat, steak tartare, grilled chicken and small game meat.

1x 2021 Marques del Silvo Rioja (Rose)
100% Garnacha.  Rioja appellation may be best known for its dry red wines, but the region is also home to amazing white and rosé wines worth discovering. Rioja’s finest rosé wines are one of Spain’s wine secrets: made from 100-percent pure Garnacha (Grenache), Marqués del Silvo Rosé is a quality saignée rosé wine that ferments at controlled temperature with indigenous yeasts and the rest on lees. Pleasant pale pink color with brilliant ruby red hue and lively acidity. Delicate strawberry, raspberry and fresh vivid fruit aromas as green olive and succulent orange. Serve it cold and enjoy it with fresh pita, Thai food, pepperoni pizza, Greek Gyros, Chicken salad, Humus, grilled fish, Sushi, Indian curry, shellfish, light fish, white meat and semi-cured cheeses.

1x 2021 Marques del Silvo Rioja (White)
100% Tempranillo Blanco.  An extraordinary and crisp interpretation of a grape with much to offer. This pale yellow color wine has notes of passion fruit and freshly-cut grass in the nose, with touches of white fruits as apples bringing to mind the characteristics from the vineyards. Seductive palate, and citric tones over a smooth background. Flowery aromas and slightly bitter hints which make it an elegant wine which becomes more fatty and balanced with every sip. Fermentation in steel tanks at temperature of 12ºC, avoiding malolactic fermentation to preserve acidity and natural fruitiness. Perfect pairing with seafood such steamed clams,grilled fish steaks, white meat , stir-fry and cheese.