Whoa, this is one meaty wine. Quite literally. Aromas suggest braised meat, as well as some mixed red and dark fruits, more dried than fresh. There is more meaty goodness on the palate, as well as dried cherries, very good acidity and minerality. The mid-palate of this wine is so sumptuous and well put together, and despite its richness there is good acidity given the cooler 2002 vintage, which really ties the wine together. This would be yet another example of why a so called "challenging" vintage should never discourage you from trying what can be a compelling wine. This Ribera represents awesome quality for the money, and would be a real eye opener for anyone who enjoys drinking their Bordeaux, Cab or Rhone wines with a decade or more of bottle age. (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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1999 Bodegas Puelles Gran Reserva Rioja $19.99
2008 Mas Codina Cava Brut Reserva Penedès $12.99
2001 Marques de Legarda Gran Reserva Rioja $29.99
1997 Bodegas Las Orcas Solar de Randez Reserva Rioja $29.99
2001 Lopez de Heredia "Viña Tondonia" Reserva Rioja $39.99
