This wine shows a deep red color with shades of ruby on the rim of the glass. To the nose, at the time of release, it revealed a delicate balance between ripe red berry aromas and those of spices and smokiness. Over time, bouquet has grown more complex, showing aromas of leather, coffee beans and raisins. Mouthfeel is as firm, elegant and smooth as one should expect from a Rioja Gran Reserva, with a surprisingly long and fresh finish.
Blend: 90% Tempranillo, 5% Garnacha, 5% Graciano
94 Wine Enthusiast Aromas of black cherry, black raspberry and red currant excite your nose in this enticing Rioja wine. It has flavors of ripe red plum, black raspberry and cassis all wrapped in silky soft tannins. The finish is long-lasting and there's a splash of bright acidity in the post palate.
91 Decanter Awarded Silver in Decanter World Wine Awards - Intense oak spice, wood and coconut scents. Tangy and nervy in the mouth with red berry fruits, well-judged tannins and a long finish. Quite complex.
90 Wine Spectator A medium- to full-bodied red, with hints of cured tobacco, iron and smoke serving as a savory thread that winds through macerated cherry and dried cranberry fruit flavors. This version is enlivened by balsamico acidity and framed by creamy, sculpted tannins. Tempranillo, Mazuelo and Graciano. Drink now through 2029. 4,500 cases made, 1,000 cases imported.
