At a glance

Producer

El Coto de Rioja

Region

Rioja, Spain

Grape variety

Tempranillo

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Smooth

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$30-$40

Tasting profile

Notes of ripe cherry, vanilla, leather, toasted oak, and subtle spice

Evolution: Will develop deeper leather and earthy complexity as tertiary notes mature

At peak: Rich, smooth, integrated tannins with complex balsamic and tobacco aromas

Structure

Acidity

Balanced, moderate acidity typical of Rioja Gran Reserva

Tannins

Medium to firm, well integrated

Alcohol

Approximately 13.5% ABV

Aging potential

20-25 years from vintage (until approx. 2040)

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2025 to 2032

Optimal window

2022 to 2032

Current status

Approaching early maturity, drink now through peak

Current condition

Well-structured with developing tertiary aromas; still vibrant fruit

Gran Reserva Rioja wines from 2015—a very good vintage—combine ripe fruit with lengthy oak aging, benefiting from medium to long bottle aging. The wine’s structure supports peak drinking roughly 10 to 17 years after vintage with excellent balance during this window.

Food pairing

Pairs well with grilled red meats, lamb, mature cheeses, and rich stews

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (30-60 minutes) — To soften tannins and open aromas

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 6/10

Use of modern water conservation techniques, renewable energy partially implemented, eco-friendly packaging initiatives ongoing

El Coto de Rioja is engaged in improving sustainability with responsible vineyard management and winery practices but has yet to achieve organic or biodynamic certifications. Packaging improvements and energy use reduction efforts contribute positively, though export logistics generate a moderate carbon footprint.