{"product_id":"cvne-rioja-imperial-gran-riserva-2016","title":"CVNE Rioja Imperial Gran Riserva 2016","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCVNE Rioja Imperial Gran Reserva 2016\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eA modern classic from one of Spain’s most historic producers, CVNE Imperial Gran Reserva 2016 represents the pinnacle of traditional Rioja crafted with contemporary precision. Produced only in outstanding vintages from the finest parcels in Rioja Alta, the Imperial Gran Reserva is defined by elegance, balance, and extraordinary aging potential. The 2016 vintage—widely hailed as one of Rioja’s greatest in recent decades—delivers remarkable freshness, depth, and harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe bouquet is refined and complex, opening with aromas of black cherry, red plum, and cassis, interwoven with notes of cedar, vanilla, clove, and sweet tobacco. Subtle hints of dried herbs, orange peel, and graphite add nuance. On the palate, the wine is medium- to full-bodied and impeccably structured, with silky, finely grained tannins and vibrant acidity. Layers of ripe red and dark fruit, savory spice, and polished oak unfold seamlessly into a long, poised finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eBalancing classical Rioja character with exceptional clarity and precision, the 2016 Imperial Gran Reserva is compelling in its youth yet built for decades of evolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrapes:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Predominantly Tempranillo with Graciano and Mazuelo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eRegion:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Rioja Alta, Spain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e CVNE (Compañía Vinícola del Norte de España)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStyle:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Classical, elegant, age-worthy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePairing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Roast lamb, grilled steak, game, aged Manchego\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCellaring:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Enjoy from 2025; peak potential through 2045+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eA benchmark Gran Reserva from a legendary vintage—timeless Rioja at its finest.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Premium Wine Direct ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48704679280880,"sku":"CVNE RIOJA IMP GRAN RISERVA 16","price":74.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/2236\/1328\/files\/vino-imperial-gran-reserva_99949e7d-bf5a-4177-bce9-4d1abb478454.png?v=1772775735","url":"https:\/\/premiumwinedirect.com\/products\/cvne-rioja-imperial-gran-riserva-2016","provider":"Premium Wine Direct ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}