Outstanding
Feb 4th, 2024
Deep Ruby with pronounced aromas of dark red fruit, tobacco and spice. On the palate this powerhouse red shows flavors of blackberry, black cherries and black currents, with tobacco, cacao and mineral spice, good structure and balance. Fine full tannins, lively acidity, toasty oak, espresso and spice. A blend of Tempranillo and Graciano, some vintages add Mazuelo. Will improve with some age.
Deep Ruby with pronounced aromas of dark red fruit, tobacco and spice. On the palate this powerhouse red shows flavors of blackberry, black cherries and black currents, with tobacco, cacao and mineral spice, good structure and balance. Fine full tannins, lively acidity, toasty oak, espresso and spice. A blend of Tempranillo and Graciano, some vintages add Mazuelo. Will improve with some age.
Oct 15th, 2022
My notes on the 2008 still stand, but this 2009 is had two years later and has further to go. Aged magnificently and plenty of time left. All the leather, earth, sandalwood, and rose petal combo any rioja lover would appreciate.
My notes on the 2008 still stand, but this 2009 is had two years later and has further to go. Aged magnificently and plenty of time left. All the leather, earth, sandalwood, and rose petal combo any rioja lover would appreciate.
Jan 2nd, 2020Some big boy fun. Incredibly complex profile that starts with the nose. Dried rose petals, spice, and a leathery kick. Dried fruits and a big overripe cherry flavor on the front with some tight acidity and hot spiciness. Could have aged a bit longer but ten years in and I think it’s prime. Paired with a greasy sausage pizza and couldn’t have asked for better.
Some big boy fun. Incredibly complex profile that starts with the nose. Dried rose petals, spice, and a leathery kick. Dried fruits and a big overripe cherry flavor on the front with some tight acidity and hot spiciness. Could have aged a bit longer but ten years in and I think it’s prime. Paired with a greasy sausage pizza and couldn’t have asked for better.
Jul 24th, 2018
Really oaky at the start. Opened up with time. Berries shine.
Really oaky at the start. Opened up with time. Berries shine.
Oct 21st, 2017
Nose: Oakley, dark cherries, coffee, vanilla, fennel, baking spices
Taste: coffee, dark cherries, strong tobacco, pomegranate. Strong tannins, low acidity, medium body.
Love the complexity, and the balance is delightful. Great nose and flavor.
Nose: Oakley, dark cherries, coffee, vanilla, fennel, baking spices
Taste: coffee, dark cherries, strong tobacco, pomegranate. Strong tannins, low acidity, medium body.
Love the complexity, and the balance is delightful. Great nose and flavor.
1 person found it helpfulFeb 24th, 2023
Deep garnet red almost ruby red. Quite an earthy nose with notes of forest floor, a bit dirty, dark cocoa and a touch of raisin. Similar notes on the palate with solid acidity. Notes of dark red fruits, black currants and some petrol. Well integrated tannins (5.5/10) and medium body. Medium plus to long finish. Drink till 2023.
Deep garnet red almost ruby red. Quite an earthy nose with notes of forest floor, a bit dirty, dark cocoa and a touch of raisin. Similar notes on the palate with solid acidity. Notes of dark red fruits, black currants and some petrol. Well integrated tannins (5.5/10) and medium body. Medium plus to long finish. Drink till 2023.
Apr 29th, 2017
Whoa!!! This is a big one no doubt. Ripe and loads of oak, but it handles it well. So enjoyable for a couple of glasses and a true crowd pleaser. Well done but not overdone
Whoa!!! This is a big one no doubt. Ripe and loads of oak, but it handles it well. So enjoyable for a couple of glasses and a true crowd pleaser. Well done but not overdone
Jul 22nd, 2016
Super-massive Rioja! This wine may not be typical but it is delicious.
Super-massive Rioja! This wine may not be typical but it is delicious.
Mar 17th, 2016
Tad too much American oak flavors, but something I should have opened in 5 yrs.
Tad too much American oak flavors, but something I should have opened in 5 yrs.
Oct 14th, 2015
La Rioja, Spain
