La Rioja Alta S.A.Gran Reserva 890 Rioja DOCa Spain

La Rioja Alta S.A.Gran Reserva 890 Rioja DOCa Spain

Vintage: 2005
Description: Winemaker Notes: Medium-high intensity, garnet–red with a cherry rim. The nose stands out for its fresh, spicy character, with hints of sweet cherries, redcurrants and ripe strawberries assembled with notes of black pepper, sweet liquorice, nutmeg, coffee, mocha and cinnamon. Intense and well-balanced in the mouth, with a soft freshness, nice structure, and delicately elegant tannins. Silky finish, with a good aftertaste, where sweet red fruit and balsamic notes give it a broad ending. Pair with roasted lamb, red meats, barbecues, large game, spicy fish casseroles, smoked and aged cheeses.PressRated 96 Points James SucklingDried cherries, cedar, sandalwood, tar, treacle tart, cinnamon and vanilla. Medium body, fine-grained and very silky tannins for a wine of almost 10 years of age, bright and transparent acidity and a long, very spicy finish. Like going back in time and touching an ornate tapestry. The texture
Price: $ 199.99
Price in original currency: None

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First added to 1000 Corks on October 7, 2020.