cune (cvne) gran reserva rioja 2017 750ml

Winemaker Notes:
Ruby red in color, the wine shows a youthful hint at the rim. The nose reveals interesting and complex aromas of ripe fruits in perfect balance with spices, toffee, roasted coffee, and balsamic notes. The palate is soft with silky tannins, good, fresh acidity, and a long finish with a balsamic aftertaste.

Critical Acclaim:
94 points - James Suckling
"Blackberry, bark and wet-earth aromas follow through to a medium body with firm, lightly chewy tannins and a long, flavorful finish with hints of chocolate, and vanilla to the dark fruit. Tempranillo. Drink or hold."

93 points - Vinous
"The first wine made by family-owned CVNE (founded in 1879) was named after the winery's initials, but a mistake - the 'V' was written as a 'U' - led to the creation of the Cune label. This Reserva is 85% Tempranillo, with 15% Garnacha Tinta, Graciano and Mazuelo, aged for 18 months in French and American oak. There's a savoury edge to the attractive black and red fruit aromas, plus sweet spice from the oak. The layered palate has a silky black fruit attack, spice and leather notes, with medium tannins. Nicely judged oak. A great food wine. Drinking Window 2020 - 2024"

750ml bottle