Winery - Bodegas LAN
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
The color and mouthfeel on this modern-styled, expensive Rioja are both very nice. On the palate, it’s cushioned and healthy, with smooth tannins and proper acidity. But aromatically and flavorwise, the wine is green almost to the point of vegetal. And there’s only so much tobacco leaf, bell pepper and rosemary that one should have to take. Imported by Monsieur Touton Selection, Ltd.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A little heavier than ideal, with a touch of raisin along with candied black cherry on the bouquet. Better in the mouth, where it comes to life on the wings of good acids, modest tannins, and simple but proper berry fruit flavors.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Some Russian oak was used on this wine, which is 80% Tempranillo, and it has a nose of bell pepper and dill that could stem from that. The body, however, is good as is the acidity, but the flavor profile comes up midland. From the older school and Bodegas LAN, and in essence lost in space.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Sly and expressive, with traditional aromas of wood, earth and leather along with telltale dried fruit. The palate is racy and reduced, a combination of apple skins, cherry and red plum. Finishes tight and concentrated before giving way to mature chocolaty notes. Drink or continue to hold.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Solid as can be, with powerful black cherry, earth and leather on the nose. Attractive berry and plum fruit carries the sturdy palate toward a spicy, chocolaty finish that deals firm tannins, leather and mushroom. Round, satisfying and complete.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Dark in color, with brawny aromas of oak, clove and leather. In the mouth, there’s a mix of black plum and cherry but also a streak of bell pepper. Finishes round, spicy, properly tannic and dark, with coffee and a light hint of green.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
From what will go down as a legendary vintage, the ’01 Lanciano is a full-boned but elegant wine with deftly balanced aromas of chocolate, mint, graphite and berry compote. The feel is satisfying and chewy, while the flavors of cherry cola, black plum and cocoa are pure and lasting. Good now through 2012. Imported by Monsieur Touton Selection, Ltd.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
LAN’s modern interpretation of Rioja is ripe, fragrant and beefy, with mineral, charcoal, pine and black cherry coating the unctuous nose. Runs a touch soft and plump on the palate, probably a reflection of the hot ’03 vintage. But along the way there’s black plum, licorice, molasses and maple flavors. A big, new-wave wine that has a lot going for it.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This is everything a modern-day super red is supposed to be. It’s bold, smoky and masculine beyond reproach. The body is sturdy as a brick, yet it’s cuddly and smooth. Flavorwise, you won’t believe the cascade of cassis, black cherry, vanilla and licorice that flows from the palate. And the finish lasts an eternity. Hold until 2006-07, and then let it rip.
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