Coto de Imaz Gran Reserva Rioja 2019 vs Meerlust Pinot Noir 2023
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| Availability | In stock | In stock |
|---|---|---|
| Best current price | £29.99 | £29.99 |
| Current stockists | 1 merchant | 1 merchant |
| Producer | Coto Imaz | Meerlust |
| Style | Red | Red |
| Grape | Tempranillo | Pinot Noir |
| Region | Rioja | Stellenbosch |
| Country | — | South Africa |
| Size | 750ml | 750ml |
| Where to buy |
Coto de Imaz Gran Reserva Rioja 2019
Coto de Imaz Gran Reserva is a refined and structured red from Rioja Alta, crafted primarily from Tempranillo with a small addition of Graciano to add complexity and freshness. Hand-picked from limestone-rich clay soils in Cenicero, this is Rioja Gran Reserva at its most considered and elegant. Why You'll Love It El Coto, founded in 1970, is one of Rioja's most respected producers, with over 730 hectares across Rioja Alta, Rioja Alavesa, and Rioja Oriental. Head winemaker Cesar Fernandez combines modern winery practices with meticulous grape handling to ensure quality and consistency across every release. The Gran Reserva represents the pinnacle of that commitment, spending a minimum of 18 months in French and American oak before a further 18 months of bottle refinement. The result is a wine of genuine depth and poise that rewards patience and attention. Vineyard and Production Grapes are hand-picked into 35kg crates, sorted, destemmed, and crushed before fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks for 21 to 30 days, followed by malolactic fermentation in tank. The wine is then aged for a minimum of 18 months in a combination of French and American oak barrels, before a further 18 months of bottle refinement to achieve full complexity and balance. Tasting Notes Brilliant ruby with russet tones. The nose opens with ripe plums, cherries, toasted coconut, and leather, with earthy nuances adding depth. The palate is fruit-forward and structured, with red berries, dried fruit, subtle oak spice, silky tannins, and a long, persistent finish. Perfect Pairings Ideal alongside roasted or grilled meats, game, mature cheeses, and traditional Spanish dishes. Grape Varieties Tempranillo, Graciano
Meerlust Pinot Noir 2023
Meerlust Pinot Noir is a refined and elegantly structured expression of Pinot Noir from the coastal Stellenbosch region, grown on granitic soils at the Compagniesdrift terroir. The cooling maritime influence of False Bay slows ripening and preserves natural acidity, producing a Pinot Noir of real finesse, complexity and layered character. Why You'll Love It Meerlust Estate has been owned by the Myburgh family since 1756, and under the guidance of eighth-generation Hannes Myburgh and winemaker Wim Truter, the estate combines centuries of tradition with modern winemaking expertise to craft elegant, terroir-driven wines from Stellenbosch. Pinot Noir is one of the most demanding varieties to grow and vinify, and Meerlust's Compagniesdrift terroir, with its granitic soils and cooling sea influence, is ideally suited to producing Pinot of real distinction. This is Cape Pinot Noir at its most refined. Vineyard & Production Grapes are hand-harvested at optimal ripeness from selected blocks at the Compagniesdrift terroir, then destemmed and gently crushed into small fermenters. Fermentation proceeds with minimal extraction to preserve elegance and finesse. Post-fermentation, the wine is matured in a combination of new and second-fill 300-litre barrels to develop structure and complexity before bottling. Tasting Notes Vibrant garnet in colour with a youthful appearance. Lifted floral perfume on the nose with brooding red berries, earthy wild mushrooms and hints of spice. The palate displays pure Pinot fruit, red cherry and musk flavours, fresh acidity, layered complexity and fine, powdery tannins on the finish. Perfect Pairings A wonderfully versatile Pinot Noir. Excellent with duck, Parma ham, roasted chicken and grilled line fish. Also a natural partner for tuna, wild mushrooms and traditional cheeses. Grape Variety Pinot Noir 100%
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