Arienzo 2017 is Marqués de Riscal’s first Vino de Zona, since it is made 100% from selected the Tempranillo and Graciano grapes from vineyards located in the Rioja Alavesa. Once the grapes achieve optimum point of ripeness they pass to the winery where the natural processes of alcoholic and malolactic fermentation begin in stainless steel vats, under strictly controlled conditions of temperature. Once these processes are complete, the wine will be stored in American-oak barrels for the caskageing process during a period of 18 months, followed by further ageing in bottle. Fresh, fruity wine with a lovely attack, reminiscent of red fruit mingled with the coconut and vanilla aromas from the oak. Full and supple with a long finish. A wine with character which showcases the quality of the grapes used to make it.