Spain

R. López de Heredia

Viña Bosconia Reserva Rioja Tempranillo Blend 2011

Popped and poured; enjoyed over the course of three days. Best on Day 3. The 2011 “Bosconia” pours a ruby color with a transparent core; medium viscosity with moderate staining of the tears. On the nose, the wine is developing with notes of sour cherry, dill, leather, dried earth and gentle warm spices. On the palate, the wine is dry with medium+ tannins and medium++ acid. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is long, elegant and leans towards the bitter side of the spectrum. Good on its own but I think these really excel with food. I’ve probably covered this before in previous TN’s but the wines of LdH might not be for everyone but I find them to be truly special and while there tends to be quite a bit of variation, they are always full of soul. Drink now with patience and through 2036. — 7 days ago

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Bodegas y Viñedos Vega Sicilia

Unico Ribera del Duero Tempranillo Blend 1924

The noise in this is amazing given its age. Dark plum, mocha, some funk, some wild brambly fruit, a hint of acetone. In the palate this is still rich and has some iodine and dark minerality. Unbelievable given its age. What an incredible testament to Unico. Delicious — 8 days ago

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Severn Goodwin

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Wow! This is older than me 😉
Conrad Green

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It’s spectacular in the glass. The power of the midpalate is astonishing given the age. It’s fantastic… I think in the pre Cabernet and pre oak days but maybe someone with the knowledge can clarify that. What a treat. I was worried it’d be a dud

Baron de Ley

Reserva Rioja Tempranillo

Very warm, full-bodied with spices - lovely for drinking by a fire. — 9 days ago

Bodegas Beronia

Reserva Rioja Tempranillo Blend 2018

Blend of Tempranillo (95%), Graciano (4%) and Mazuelo (1%). Deep violet(almost black) color. Interesting aromas of black cherry/plum, dark chocolate, roasted nuts, earth and tobacco. The palate features red and black berry/plum flavors with additional notes of mocha, mushrooms, dusty herbs, white pepper and orange peel. Firm tannins and a long and lingering finish. Medium-plus bodied and plush. Excellent aging potential. Thanking Keno for bringing this excellent example of a traditional and well made Rioja! — 15 days ago

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Descendientes de José Palacios

Pétalos Bierzo Mencía 2020

Aint this an unexpected pretty thing.

Chewy, dense, purple goop - fudgey with syrah like outlines -mencia bones - mix of reds and whites making up remaining 8%.

Lavender, pepper, tar, and blackberry.

Slurp.
— 9 days ago

Severn, Vin and 8 others liked this

La Rioja Alta

Reserva Viña Ardanza Rioja Tempranillo Garnacha 2015

Excelente vino! Decanto si o si x 30 minutos y tendrás una experiencia súper! Recomendable en lo personal recibes más calidad por lo que pagas ! — 11 days ago

La Rioja Alta

Viña Alberdi Reserva Rioja Tempranillo 2018

Simply perfect with short ribs (which were also perfect). — 3 days ago

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with Bonnie
Dawn, Jay and 2 others liked this

Marqués de Murrieta

Reserva Finca Ygay Rioja Tempranillo Blend 2017

Heavy vanilla and spice. Enjoyable finish with bright berries and oak showing up at the end. — 10 days ago

James, David and 5 others liked this

La Granja Nuestra Señora de Remelluri

Reserva Rioja Tempranillo Blend 2007

Classy & elegant with ripe black fruit, exotic spices, a touch of leather, a whiff of wilted violets and orange zest. A bit earthy & mineral, too though showing youthful freshness & energy.
Poised & very elegant on the palate with beautifully polished yet grilly tannins and juicy acidity. Layers of black fruit with wood shrimp seamlessly integrated. Nice volume & depth, terrific energy in the long finish. A classic Rioja reserva and the perfect wine for late fall.
Looking forward to tasting it over the next few years.
— a month ago

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R. López de Heredia

Viña Tondonia Reserva Rioja Tempranillo Blend 2007

Jan A
9.2

Like the sour mouth watering effect of the wine on the palate. Already my last bottle of the case but this still has years of runway ahead. — a month ago

Dick, Ira and 11 others liked this