This is one of the reference wines of Rioja, coming from CVNE’s Imperial range, which is only produced in strong vintages and designed for long ageing. The 2015 vintage is considered particularly successful, bringing both ripeness and structure, while the extended time in oak and bottle gives the wine a fully integrated and mature feel on release. In Double Magnum, that sense of integration becomes even more pronounced, as the slower ageing in larger format allows everything to come together more gradually. The wine feels less about individual elements and more about how everything sits in balance, giving a calmer, more composed impression from the outset. There is a natural depth to the fruit, but it does not push forward, instead settling into the structure, which gives the wine a more complete and grounded feel. The warmth of the vintage is there, though it is held in check, so the wine never feels heavy or overly rich.
As it moves across the palate, the wine keeps a steady, uninterrupted line, where fruit, oak, and savoury notes are fully aligned, creating a smooth and continuous flow rather than distinct stages. The oak, after long ageing, is no longer separate, but part of the overall profile, adding depth without standing out. The texture is refined and controlled, with fine tannins that give shape while remaining fully integrated, allowing the wine to feel both structured and polished at the same time. Overall, this is a complete and mature Gran Reserva, where time and format have worked together to bring everything into balance, showing Rioja at a high level with a focus on harmony, depth, and long development.
Tasting Notes
Nose:
Layered and composed, with blackberry, dried cherry, and subtle spice, alongside notes of tobacco, cedar, and vanilla.
Palate:
Smooth and structured, with dark fruit and savoury notes moving together in a steady, integrated flow.
Finish:
Long and refined, with fruit, spice, and oak fading into a dry, persistent, and balanced close.
The bottle comes presented in a branded wood box with a rope handle.
