WS 92.. upple and polished, this red offers dried cherry, floral, vanilla and spicy flavors, fresh and lively. Light tannins and orange peel acidity keep this focused. Expressive and elegant, in the traditional style. Drink now through 2022.
An excellent Gran Reserva from one of the best Rioja vintages of the 21st century. This Affordable mature Rioja punches far above its weight and is by far one of the best sub 30$ aged reds available at the LCBO or the SAQ. The nose is a complex mix of cedar wood, leather, a bit of bret, dark fruits, vanilla, and dried herbs. Elegant and restrained with matured fine grained tannins. Drink by 2021.