Country: Spain / Northern Spain
Variety: Tempranillo
Winery: Coto de Imaz / Gran Reserva
This lighter-styled, mature Rioja shows just a hint of brown at the edges. An initial light sweaty note blows off quickly, revealing appealing dried cherry, spice and wood aromas and flavors, and an elegant, balanced mouthfeel. Tannins are mostly resolved, drink now–2005. —M.M.