Saturated ruby-red. Pure, perfumed aromas of blackberry, cassis and violet. Wonderfully sweet and intense, with splendid concentration of fruit for the vintage. Structured and tightly wound, but with a compellingly sappy quality and outstanding length. This displayed growing pliancy and sweetness as it opened in the glass. A great 2002.

Rating: 91/100 - As reviewed in Wine Advocate # 159 on Jun-05

Rating: 94/100 - As reviewed by Wine Spectator on 11/30/04

Rating for Spain-Vinos de la Tierra (VdlT)-Ribera del Duero: 78 (bad year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: quite possibly over the hill<br/>