Finally a Rioja that is thrilling and exceptional (except the hard core traditionalists).
Amazing purity in the nose - reminiscent more of a northern Rhône than Rioja - think St Joseph or Cornas, with more cherry than blackberry & less roast & olives. No over oak, no vanilla - just great purity of fruit backed by austere chalk & limestone. Precise & brilliant.
On the palate this is beautiful - deep, pure, brilliant quality of tannins, so smooth & silky. Just a touch of sweetness coming towards the finish, complementing the mineral austerity. This is drinking beautifully! Such purity with the 15% unnoticeable. Shame only 948 bottles were made.
Need to hunt for more.
Brilliant stuff! Quite sophisticated & delicious at the same time. Gorgeous!
Finally a Rioja that is thrilling and exceptional (except the hard core traditionalists).
Amazing purity in the nose - reminiscent more of a northern Rhône than Rioja - think St Joseph or Cornas, with more cherry than blackberry & less roast & olives. No over oak, no vanilla - just great purity of fruit backed by austere chalk & limestone. Precise & brilliant.
On the palate this is beautiful - deep, pure, brilliant quality of tannins, so smooth & silky. Just a touch of sweetness coming towards the finish, complementing the mineral austerity. This is drinking beautifully! Such purity with the 15% unnoticeable. Shame only 948 bottles were made.
Need to hunt for more.
Brilliant stuff! Quite sophisticated & delicious at the same time. Gorgeous!
Dec 30th, 2024
La Rioja, Spain
