Alion Ribera del Duero Tinto Fino

Oak prominent initially on bouquet. Later it shows more on nose than palate. A rich medium to full bodied palate - one of the richest 100% Temperanillos I have had. (Known as Tinto Fino in Ribeira del Duero). Good core of fruit and oak even at 10 years but I would argue the oak masks the characters of the Temperanillo grape to an extent but certainly makes an attractive Red aimed at Western palates. Alion is one of the rising stars of the Ribeira following the success of Vega Sicilia. Fine grained if not firmish tannins but softening at this age. Never seen this in Australia. I bought this in New York in 2013. One of the 1001 Wines.

Unlike many, many other RdD the precision and elegance, with power and structure on display here is impeccable. The house style from the grand daddy Unico is apparent. This is a wine to savor, linger on and appreciate over hours. The complexity complicates a bouquet and palate that are fresh and soulful. #spain #ribera #alion #vegasicilia

16.5/20 (91/100)

Сочное вино с большим количеством чёрных ягод, черники, пряностей. Хвоя, манго. Танины чуть суховаты, много дуба.

More restrained due to cooler vintage. Precise & just ripe red fruit. Some subtle herb-y character. Pleasant.

So many layers of Yumminess! Truly Filthy Good Vino!

Aromatic & hearty. Big boned. Surprisingly (?) elegant. Vibrant tart finish.

Armónico matrimonio de verdad maduras con vainilla y madera bien integrada. En boca intenso y suave, elegante y potente. Ultra Smooth long landing.

not in a great place, strange bottle, overall disappointment ...

with Jon and Lam, CT. 11.21.20

2008 very young, complex, ripe