Winery - Riscal
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Bulky and clumsy, with powerful early barnyard aromas that ultimately give way to more refined plum and cherry. While this wine has its virtues, it lacks elegance. And while we admit that it’s a country wine that’s probably meant to be a sizable, rustic quaff, it seems a bit too basic and borderline to garner a better review.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Tobacco and berries join with brown sugar, cinnamon and spice—all of the things that make oak nice. Smooth and supple, with modest plum and berry fruit layered with vanilla.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Savory and deep given the price, with dark color, obvious ripeness and even a touch of vanilla and mocha on the nose. Round in the mouth and immensely fruity, with plum and berry flavors blending with vanilla. Textured and medium-long on the finish. Good for everyday quaffing, especially in the cold fall and winter months.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This fruit-forward wine based on grapes mostly from the Toro region represents a relatively new project from a venerable Rioja producer. With a few years behind the wines, the ’04 is highly expressive and packed with bold character. The palate is lush, saturated and meaty, while the finish is smoky and big. This is a lot of wine for the money.
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