A solid and great value Rioja Reserva with dark fruit, subtle violet notes, herbaceous hints, and ample tannins.
Producer
Bodegas Izadi
Region
Rioja Altavesa, Rioja
Country
Spain
Varietal Composition
91% Tempranillo, 9% Graciano
Specifications
2018
Vintage
2027
Drink By
14
%
ABV
Vinification
Hand harvested grapes from 45 year old vines are aged for 16 months in American (73%) and French (27%) barrels (20% new)
Occasional wine note
Great value Rioja Reserva. Dark fruit, subtle violet, a bit herbaceous, and lots of tannin. Solid.
What experts say about this wine
93
/
100
James Suckling
Aromas of ripe plums and blueberries with hints of blue flowers, licorice and dried herbs. Medium-to full-bodied with plush tannins and savory fruit character. Polished and structured, with notes of chocolate and minerals to close. Drink of hold.
91
/
100
Wine Advocate
The 2018 Reserva, a blend of Tempranillo with 9% Graciano, still feels quite oaky after 15 months in French and American oak barrels, half of each. It has good ripeness for a cooler vintage, at 14.1% alcohol, and has a creamy mouthfeel with tannins and plenty of oak-related flavors in the finish. For fans of oaky modern Rioja.
pairing recommendation
Red Meat
Pork
Cured Meats
Spanish Food
Mexican Food
Root Vegetables
Stews/Soups
Hard Cheeses
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