La Rioja, Spain
Really beautiful Reserva that bends towards the earthy side of things. 95% Tempranillo and 5% Manuela and Garnacha. That 5% makes a difference because it brings out the fruit, otherwise it’s be less dimensional. Nice dark red color with slight browning on the edge. A good floral bouquet that features violets rather heavily along with dark cherries. Lots of vanilla too. Ripened black cherries, caramel, a touch of iron. Has some heat and spices.
Really beautiful Reserva that bends towards the earthy side of things. 95% Tempranillo and 5% Manuela and Garnacha. That 5% makes a difference because it brings out the fruit, otherwise it’s be less dimensional. Nice dark red color with slight browning on the edge. A good floral bouquet that features violets rather heavily along with dark cherries. Lots of vanilla too. Ripened black cherries, caramel, a touch of iron. Has some heat and spices.
Nov 13th, 2022
