Barón de Chirel
Rioja Alavesa • Signature Reserva
"The precursor of modernity: a masterpiece born from century-old vines that redefines the balance between fruit power and aristocratic elegance."
The Standard of Excellence
Barón de Chirel emerged in 1986 as an experimental project by **Marqués de Riscal**, marking the beginning of the "High Expression" wines era. Made exclusively in exceptional vintages, its soul resides in vineyards in Elciego, with vines between 80 and 110 years old. It is a limited production wine where each vine yields barely one kilogram of grapes, ensuring a concentration and finesse that only time and the Alavesa terroir can bestow.
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Marqués de Riscal.
- Origin: Elciego, Rioja Alavesa, Spain.
- Varietals: Tempranillo and Graciano.
- Aging: 20 months in Allier French oak.
- Vineyards: Vines 80 to 110 years old.
- Volume: 750 ml | 14.5% Alc. Vol.
2. Sommelier's Notes
Appearance: Extraordinary intensity cherry red color, high robe and purplish rims that promise immense longevity.
Nose: Overwhelming and layered complexity. Ripe forest fruits, noble wood toasts, exotic spices like black pepper, and a balsamic mineral background of aristocratic freshness stand out.
Palate: Powerful and dense entry. A monumental wine with silky, fine-grained tannins. Its acidity sustains an impeccable structure, culminating in a persistent finish of extreme finesse.
3. Style and Character
BODY (MONUMENTAL) [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
TANNINS (NOBLE) [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
AROMATIC INTENSITY [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
AGING POTENTIAL (30 YEARS) [ ● ● ● ● ● ]
4. The Art of Serving
Elite Gastronomy: Ideal companion for a matured ox sirloin, grilled sirloin, or deer with dark chocolate reduction.
Cultural Harmony: Its sublime pairing with a complex Oaxacan Black Mole is surprising.
Service: It is recommended to decant for at least **90 minutes** before serving. Enjoy between **17°C and 18°C**.
