Inky ruby. Dense red and dark berry liqueur aromas are energized by zesty mineral and fresh floral qualities. Precise and suave, offering sweet red berry flavors and sexy oak spice character that's in no way ostentatious. I find the restraint of this wine to be utterly compelling, as is the balance of power and finesse on the long, spicy finish. An exotic floral pastille quality simply doesn't let up.

Community Tasting Notes (average 95 pts. and median of 95 pts. in 3 notes)

Rating: 98/100 - As reviewed by The Wine Advocate in Issue 169

Rating for Spain-Dominiaciones de Origen (DO)-Rioja: 92 (good year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: young, aging quickly, could be good now<br/>

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