Another inflated score (94): this was OK, entry level New World style Rioja, all cherries & vanilla. Decent acidity, med weight and modest finish. Solid QPR - Costco find
Another inflated score (94): this was OK, entry level New World style Rioja, all cherries & vanilla. Decent acidity, med weight and modest finish. Solid QPR - Costco find
Nov 4th, 2024Excellent. Dry, balanced oak, and relaxed with gentle spice and berry. Very pleasant.
Excellent. Dry, balanced oak, and relaxed with gentle spice and berry. Very pleasant.
Nov 18th, 2023Olarra Clasico Rioja Gran Reserva 2015
Deep ruby-garnet color.
Aromas of red fruit, oak spice.
Dry. Flavors of dried cherry, sun-dried tomato, clove, black pepper, leather, tobacco. Medium-rich, velvety tannins.
Intensity: 4/5
Complexity: 4/5
Balance: 4/5
Finish: 5/5
Olarra Clasico Rioja Gran Reserva 2015
Deep ruby-garnet color.
Aromas of red fruit, oak spice.
Dry. Flavors of dried cherry, sun-dried tomato, clove, black pepper, leather, tobacco. Medium-rich, velvety tannins.
Intensity: 4/5
Complexity: 4/5
Balance: 4/5
Finish: 5/5
Aug 15th, 2023