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2010 Faustino I Gran Reserva Rioja

SKU #1566250 94 points James Suckling

Outer quote mark Very complex aromas of ripe berries, sultanas, cedar and hints of chocolate. Full-bodied with round, ripe tannins that are layered and fresh. A delicious combination of mature fruit and mahogany add to the complexity of the wine. Holding on really nicely. Inner quote mark (9/2020)

93 points Decanter

Outer quote mark Autumnal, bonfire character here: savory, truffle, cinder toffee and dried black cherry. A classic yet rich and concentrated wine that perfectly expresses the year and region. (panel tasting) Inner quote mark (1/2021)

92 points Vinous

Outer quote mark Deep garnet. Ripe cherry and red currant aromas, along with hints of cured tobacco, coconut and candied rose. Gently chewy and focused on the palate, offering bitter cherry, floral pastille, licorice and vanilla flavors that take a sweeter turn through the back half. Finishes long, subtly chewy and smoky, with dusty tannins framing lingering cherry and succulent herb notes. (JR) Inner quote mark (4/2021)

91 points Wine Spectator

Outer quote mark This silky red expands on the palate, showing fresh, ripe cherry, vanilla, tea and orange peel flavors. Light, well-integrated tannins and citrusy acidity keep it balanced. Vibrant and harmonious, in the traditional style. (TM) Inner quote mark (8/2021)

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2010 Faustino I Gran Reserva Rioja

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Varietal:

Tempranillo

- A very important red grape varietal that's native to Northern Spain, grown across the north and central regions of the country. Low in acid and alcohol, with subtle strawberry, leather and tobacco notes, the grape responds well to oak aging and plays particularly well with others. Tempranillo is an important component, when combined with Garnacha, Mazuelo, Viura and Graciano, of Rioja, with the best examples coming for the cooler, higher-elevation regions like Rioja Alta and Rioja Alavesa. It is also grown in significant quantities in the Ribera del Duero where it is called Tinto Fino and Penèdes where it is called Ull de Llebre o Ojo de Llebre. Tempranillo hasn't gained a particularly strong foothold outside of Spain, achieving some success under the name Tinto Roriz in Portugal. There it is used as a component of Port and in the table wines of the Ribera del Duero and the Dão.

Country:

Spain

- With more land under vine than any other country in the world, Spain is the great sleeping wine giant. In recent years, a great deal of money and passion has been poured in the burgeoning Spanish wine industry, helping to improve quality among its vast array of wines from sparkling Cava to Sherry to Rioja Gran Reserva. The most important red-wine-producing regions are Rioja, Ribera del Duero and Navarra in the north and Priorat and Penedes in the northeast.

Sub-Region:

Rioja

Alcohol Content (%):

13.5