Contino Reserva 938
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Typically best enjoyed 8 to 20 years from the vintage release.
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Roasted rack of lamb, traditional Spanish beef stews, or aged Manchego cheese.
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Viedos del Contino, established in 1973 by CVNE, pioneered the single-estate 'ch"teau' concept in Rioja. Located in a dramatic loop of the Ebro River in Rioja Alavesa, the estate benefits from alluvial soils rich in limestone and clay. The name 'Contino' pays homage to the royal guards ('continos') who protected Spanish monarchs in the 15th century, whose ancestral home still graces the property. This Reserva is typically a classic blend dominated by Tempranillo alongside Graciano, Garnacha, and Mazuelo, aged in French and American oak casks. It represents a harmonious marriage of traditional Rioja structure with modern precision, offering dark berry fruit, balsamic notes, and refined mineral complexity.
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Founded in 1879 by the Real de Asúa brothers in the historic Barrio de la Estación of Haro, Compañía Vinícola del Norte de España (CVNE) is a cornerstone of Rioja winemaking. Still family-controlled today, the estate is celebrated for its harmonious blend of traditional craftsmanship and architectural innovation, featuring a legendary cellar designed by Alexandre Gustave Eiffel's studio. CVNE's philosophy centers on meticulous vineyard management across Rioja Alta and Rioja Alavesa, producing elegant, structurally complex wines aged in fine oak casks. The winery is globally renowned for its iconic labels, including the historic Imperial Gran Reserva, the fruit-forward Viña Real, and the single-estate expression Contino, which collectively define the pinnacle of classic Spanish Tempranillo.