Barón de Chirel
Signature Wine • D.O.Ca. Rioja
"The pinnacle of modernity: Marqués de Riscal's most emblematic wine, born from an exhaustive selection of century-old vineyards. A masterpiece of architectural elegance."
The Pioneer of the New Rioja
Launched in 1986, **Barón de Chirel** marked a historical milestone as the precursor of "High Expression" wines in Spain. This monumental red is made by selecting only extraordinary plots of century-old vines (between 80 and 110 years old), guaranteeing limited production that captures the avant-garde soul and extreme longevity of Elciego. It is, without a doubt, an investment for the collector and a delight for the connoisseur.
1. Identity Profile
- Winery: Marqués de Riscal.
- Terroir: Century-old vineyards in Elciego.
- Varietals: Tempranillo, Graciano and Mazuelo.
- Aging: 20 months in new French oak.
- Potential: 20 to 25 years of cellaring.
- Volume: 750 ml | 14.5% Alc. Vol.
2. Sommelier Notes
Appearance: Intense cherry red with deep color. Its violet rim reveals amazing vitality and great chromatic concentration.
Nose: Overwhelming complexity. Aromas of ripe black fruits (blueberries, cassis), bitter cocoa, fine spices, graphite and a noble, perfectly integrated smoky note.
Palate: Powerful and textured entry. Presents firm tannins of exceptional silky quality. A dense, balanced wine with an endless mineral finish.
3. Style and Character
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4. The Art of Serving
Luxury Cuts: The ultimate ally for a Bistecca alla Fiorentina or a dry-aged Chateaubriand.
Haute Cuisine: Sublime with wild boar stew with bitter chocolate, black truffle risotto, or a grand reserve Mole Negro.
Serving: It is recommended to decant for at least **60 minutes**. Serve between **17°C and 19°C** for its maximum expression.
