2001 was a terrific vintage in Ribera del Duero, one of the top 3 or 4 in the past quarter century. Produced from one of the highest elevation vineyards (850 meters) in the D.O., this crianza bottling shows beautiful ripe mixed berry and plum fruit aromas, which also show hints of hickory smoke. Flavors suggest a combination of sweet dark fruits and savory herbs, and show off the iron like minerality which the best of these wines so often develop with age. There is some distinctive, earthy, cumin like spiciness as well. Clearly, given the fruit intensity and texture in the mouth, this wine is the product of excellent raw material grown in a successful vintage. Given its richness, the acidity is very nicely balanced with the fruit and tannins in this decade old bottle. There is arguably no better wine in the world for grilled lamb than Ribera del Dueros such as this one. (Joe Manekin, K&L Spanish wine buyer)
Below is a listing of the wine review scores we frequently reference in our notes. While these sources remain an excellent source of information, we always recommend that you trust your own palate. Scores in these publications often represent the personal taste of an individual critic, which may not always coincide with your own. We have a huge team of excellent wine professionals that can match wines you've had in the past with new arrivals that meet your flavor profile.
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2001 La Rioja Alta "Viña Ardanza" Reserva Especial Rioja $29.99
2008 Mas Codina Cava Brut Reserva Penedès $12.99
2001 Marques de Legarda Gran Reserva Rioja $29.99
1999 Bodegas Puelles Gran Reserva Rioja $19.99
2001 Lopez de Heredia "Viña Tondonia" Reserva Rioja $39.99
