Marques de Vargas Gran Reserva, Rioja DOCa, Spain

瓦爾加斯侯爵酒莊特級珍藏紅葡萄酒

點擊次數(shù)：3489

The 2015 Gran Reserva feels quite harmonious even if it was generously oaked. It's 80% Tempranillo with 10% each Mazuelo and Garnacha that matured in barrique for 24 months, the first 16 in French barriques and the rest in American oak barrels. It has some oxidative notes, hints of iron, blood and iodine and fine-grained tannins. It finishes with some bitterness and slightly astringent. 26,450 bottles.

This generous red delivers plum and currant flavors, wrapped in cocoa, cigar box and sandalwood notes. Firm tannins and balsamic acidity support the plush texture. Offers a good balance of fruity and savory elements. Tempranillo, Mazuelo and Garnacha. Drink now through 2026. 1,670 cases made, 180 cases imported.??–TM??Region: Spain / Rioja Select to Add

The 2009 Gran Reserva is new for me, 40% each Cabernet and Tempranillo with 10% Mazuelo and 10% Garnacha aged for two years in new French and Russian oak barrels, which sounds quite similar to the hacienda Pradolagar. It has an Atlantic character with some herbal notes intermixed with aromas of leather, licorice, earth and cigar box that are mildly reductive (decant in advance) with some honeyed notes. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins and a slightly drying finish. If you're tolerant with the mild animal aromas this is a classic for you. 9,000 bottles.