Marques de Riscal Rioja Reserva 2016 sku_2213112 The Xtabtenún is a drink

The Xtabtenún is a drink of the Yucatan region

The 2017 growing season was very favorable

balanced beauty that I suspect will be at its best in 2-4 years and keep for a decade or more

black cherry and cardamom

Marques de Riscal Rioja Reserva 2016 sku_2213112 The Xtabtenún is a drinkIntense black cherry color with good depth of color and hardly any signs of evolution. Very expressive aromas on the nose with notes of licorice, cinnamon and black pepper, with just a subtle hint of the long cask ageing, thanks to its great complexity and ripe, concentrated fruit. Fresh and easy to drink on the palate, good backbone and lovely, polished tannins. The long, persistent finish leaves gentle balsamic reminders of the finest quality. This