A Gran Reserva from the
bodega modestly named after the region where it comes from, Rioja Alta (Upper
Rioja). Very old-school winemaking. 2001 was of course one of the great Rioja
vintages.
Garnet rim with some bricking.
A very classic Rioja nose, cherry-driven, with slightly high-toned balsamic
notes, and a touch of game, with a big but not dominant creamy measure of
vanilla. Enormous finesse, and an incredibly smooth finish. The following day, it
has both more aromatic, floral notes, and a sharper savoury tang, like Bovril. This
wine is delightful now, but will only get better, and will be drinking
splendidly 30 years hence.
94/100
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