CVNE Imperial Reserva Rioja 2017 (TA 95)

Timj Atkin MW 95 points.
"Not everyone made good wines in 2017, a vintage that threw various curve balls at Rioja, not least the April frost, but Maria Larrea certainly did. This blend of Tempranillo with 15% Graciano, Mazuelo and Garnacha is youthful vigorous and focused, with fine oak, a green undertone, lots of dark berry fruit and chalky minerality." TA.

Cune Imperial Reserva 2017 is a mature red wine with a fragrant nose of ripe black and red fruits, notes of violet flowers and toasted, chocolatey hints. On the palate it’s fleshy, enveloping and elegant. A balanced wine with present acidity, velvety tannins and a long, ample finish with hints of oak.

Red wine Reserva. 24 months in French and American oak barrels and 12 months in bottle.