wintery night

while the higher-yielding vintage seems to have provided drinkability and very pure flavors

coolest soils in those vineyards

There is an interesting hint of grilled nuts to the acacia blossom and citrusy aromas that reveal an appealing spiciness

Savoury end

CVNE (Contino), Rioja Gran Reserva Vintage:2007 wintery nightA very powerful red with the structure and intensity of a great Rioja from the 1950s, 1960s or 1970s. Real gran reserva. Dried fruits such as plums, prunes and cherries. Hints of figs too. Layered and so structured. Full bodied and chewy yet intense and persistent. A fabulous wine. So much potential here. Better in 2020.