CVNE Imperial Gran Reserva 2017 showcases the exceptional terroir of Rioja Alta through carefully selected grapes from prestigious small estates including Remedio and Encinas in Villalba, and Barbarroja and Antoñana in Torremontalbo. Cultivated at elevations between 550-650 meters, this vintage reflects the challenging 2017 growing season marked by spring frost and summer drought, ultimately balanced by beneficial July storms. The resulting wine displays a brilliant garnet color with captivating aromas of licorice, forest fruits, and distinctive balsamic notes, delivering an elegant and complex flavor profile that exemplifies traditional Rioja craftsmanship.

Winemaking: Manual harvesting with rigorous double selection process, fermented in traditional small wooden vats
Aging: Two years maturation in carefully selected French and American oak barrels, followed by extended bottle aging for optimal development