Country: Spain / Monte Real Reserva
Variety: Tempranillo Northern Spain
Winery: Bodegas Riojanas / Rioja
Ripe and leaning to the dark fruit side, with spicy blackberry aromas. Feels round and complete as it unfolds, and not at all edgy. Flavors of plum, cocoa and spice come with toasty oak, and the finish is bright and snappy. Will age for another decade without much trouble, but it’s more than drinkable now.