2016 | CVNE Vina Real Gran Reserva | Rioja Hautes Cotes de Beaune elegant and moderately dry finish

elegant and moderately dry finish

very good finish with a slight bitterness

silky texture and lightly nutty finish throw these dazzling flavors into sharp relief

This is a very charming wine to drink over the next few years

this is a big wine with fat decadent spicy fruit and deep lingering minerality

2016 | CVNE Vina Real Gran Reserva | Rioja Hautes Cotes de Beaune elegant and moderately dry finishAttractive nose of dark cherries, dill, thyme, coconut and chocolate. Some salted caramel, too. Its medium to full bodied with firm, silky tannins and vibrant acidity. So balanced and fresh with a long, refined finish. 95% tempranillo and 5% graciano. Better from 2024. 95 Pts James Suckling