A little past its prime, unfortunately (flavor profiles are a bit flat). Still, its quality is clear. Notes of anise and black berry (which is kind of surprising), are followed up by plum and a trace of tobacco. Very good, but probably better a year or two ago.
A little past its prime, unfortunately (flavor profiles are a bit flat). Still, its quality is clear. Notes of anise and black berry (which is kind of surprising), are followed up by plum and a trace of tobacco. Very good, but probably better a year or two ago.
Sep 29th, 2018
Probably one of the most complicated yet smooth wines I've ever had. It has a bright, juicy black cherry base, bright overtones of lavender, and hints of stony soil, all wrapped in warm oaky vanilla. Like a great guest, it is smooth as silk, and leaves without a trace. A new fave.
Probably one of the most complicated yet smooth wines I've ever had. It has a bright, juicy black cherry base, bright overtones of lavender, and hints of stony soil, all wrapped in warm oaky vanilla. Like a great guest, it is smooth as silk, and leaves without a trace. A new fave.
1 person found it helpfulApr 22nd, 2017
Velvety licorice and dried berries
Velvety licorice and dried berries
1 person found it helpfulDec 8th, 2015
Lots of ripe, red fruit up front; very satisfying. Wonderful deep color in this medium bodied beauty. Tannins, not overpowering, minerality, & oak elegantly combine & persist throughout. Great expression of this region & varietal. -2007
Lots of ripe, red fruit up front; very satisfying. Wonderful deep color in this medium bodied beauty. Tannins, not overpowering, minerality, & oak elegantly combine & persist throughout. Great expression of this region & varietal. -2007
1 person found it helpfulJun 6th, 2015
Rioja from Jose Ordonez. 24 months French oak. The nose is seductive, but definitely needs an hour open for it all to knit together.
Rioja from Jose Ordonez. 24 months French oak. The nose is seductive, but definitely needs an hour open for it all to knit together.
Dec 8th, 2013
Team pick at TOTAL WINE, and I can see why. 100% tempranillo that's one of the best I've had....my 2nd bottle as good as the first
Team pick at TOTAL WINE, and I can see why. 100% tempranillo that's one of the best I've had....my 2nd bottle as good as the first
Jun 7th, 2018
Vila. 11° Premio de Cata por Parejas.
15.04.18
Vila. 11° Premio de Cata por Parejas.
15.04.18
Apr 15th, 2018
Ok. Very mellow. Mild tannins and acidity. Almost too mild.
Ok. Very mellow. Mild tannins and acidity. Almost too mild.
Nov 24th, 2017
Earthy nose, mild yet distinctive tanins, ideal for red meat.
Earthy nose, mild yet distinctive tanins, ideal for red meat.
Jul 22nd, 2017
Very very smooth $18 rioja. Dark cherry and unsweetened chocolate, with a sort of rocky backbone, with oak really nicely blended in. Some pepper and anise on finish, like dried leaves. Maraschino cherries on the nose. Medium to light body
Very very smooth $18 rioja. Dark cherry and unsweetened chocolate, with a sort of rocky backbone, with oak really nicely blended in. Some pepper and anise on finish, like dried leaves. Maraschino cherries on the nose. Medium to light body
May 27th, 2017
La Rioja, Spain
