# Coto de Imaz Reserva (2020)

- **Producer:** El Coto de Rioja
- **Colour:** red
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Tempranillo, Graciano
- **Region:** Rioja, Spain
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 14.0%
- **Average price:** €14
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 16–18 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** black plum, black cherry, red plum, red cherry, cloves, vanilla, chocolate, earth, tobacco, leather

## About this wine

The Coto de Imaz Reserva 2020 is a red wine from the D.O.Ca. Rioja region of Spain, produced by El Coto de Rioja. The winery, established in 1970, is the largest vineyard owner in the appellation and adheres to a philosophy of respecting classic Rioja red wine styles, particularly those aged in oak barrels. The Coto de Imaz Reserva is recognized as one of El Coto de Rioja's signature wines. The 2020 vintage is characterized by its juicy fruit notes.

## Interesting facts

- El Coto de Rioja is the largest vineyard owner in D.O.Ca. Rioja.
- Reserva wines in Rioja require a minimum of 3 years aging (1 year in barrel, 2 in bottle).
- This wine is aged in new American oak barrels, a classic Rioja tradition.

## Food pairing

The wine's medium-plus body and ripe tannins are well-suited to complement the richness and protein of red meats, while its balanced acidity cuts through fattier dishes. The subtle oak influence can harmonize with roasted or grilled flavors.

## Wine making process

The winemaking process for the Coto de Imaz Reserva begins with fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, where it undergoes a maceration period of up to 18 days with regular pump-overs. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 18 months in new American oak barrels. A minimum of 18 months of bottle aging is then required before release, contributing to the wine's development and complexity.