Country: Spain / Alta Río Reserva
Variety: Tempranillo Northern Spain
Winery: Consejo de la Alta / Rioja
On first take, this smells murky and baked, but with airing it freshens up. In the mouth, this features hard acidity while the flavor profile leans towards prune, earthy plum and toasty oak. There’s heat and roughness to the finish along with woodsy, spicy berry flavors. Drink through 2020.