94 points Jeb Dunnuck: "[$40 list] The flagship of the estate, the 2021 Tinto is based on 85% Tempranillo, 13% Graciano, and 2% Garnacha. It has a gorgeous nose of cassis and darker berries interwoven with subtle spice, graphite, and leather. This carries to a medium to full-bodied, round, concentrated wine with beautiful tannins, a layered, seamless mouthfeel, and a great finish. I'd buy it. It should have two decades or more of overall longevity. Drink: 2024-2044. (7/3/24)"
93 points JoaquÃn Hidalgo (Vinous): "Intense and nuanced, the 2021 Tinto is 85% Tempranillo, 13% Graciano and 2% Garnacha, sourced from vineyards nestled along the bank of the Ebro River in Laserna, Laguardia, Rioja Alavesa. Aged for 14 months in oak barrels, this purple wine reveals enticing notes of elderberry, sour cherry and blackberry, complemented by subtle balsamic hints against a well-integrated oak backdrop. On the palate, it is dry and juicy with fine-grained tannins, offering both energy and a weightless structural flow. This wine perfectly embodies the character of the river site, particularly evident in its structure—suitable for both modern and classical palates alike. Drink: 2024-2040. (Dec 2023)"
93 points Tim Atkin, MW: "(14.5%). There's something special about this warm terroir by the Ebro river, located right next to CVNE's Contino estate. This is a typically well-judged blend of Tempranillo, 13% Graciano and 2% Garnacha, with ageing in one-third new French oak. Concentrated yet refreshing, it has flavours of blueberry and tangerine, complemented by firmish tannins and a refreshing finish. 2024-32. (2024)"
93 points Zekun Shuai (JamesSuckling.com): "Spiced dark cherries, dark earth, blue plums and a touch of peppercorns. Very fine-grained on the palate, with a full load of fresh, powdery tannins. Medium- to full-bodied with a tight grip of fruit and tannins. Excellent length. Drink or hold. (7/24/24)"
93 points Wine Enthusiast "This deep violet-red-colored wine has a nose of blackberry, mocha and lavender. Flavors of black currant, elderberry, mint leaf, dark chocolate and tar are wrapped in a sheath of plush tannins that meander toward a chocolate-covered coffee bean finish. Alcohol 14.5%. (Oct 2024)"
93 points PeñÃn Guide to Spanish Wine: "Style: juicy. Color: cherry, purple rim. Aroma: red berry notes, floral, spicy, balanced, scrubland. Flavour: flavourful, fruity, good acidity, long. (Apr 2024)"
93 points JoaquÃn Hidalgo (Vinous): "Intense and nuanced, the 2021 Tinto is 85% Tempranillo, 13% Graciano and 2% Garnacha, sourced from vineyards nestled along the bank of the Ebro River in Laserna, Laguardia, Rioja Alavesa. Aged for 14 months in oak barrels, this purple wine reveals enticing notes of elderberry, sour cherry and blackberry, complemented by subtle balsamic hints against a well-integrated oak backdrop. On the palate, it is dry and juicy with fine-grained tannins, offering both energy and a weightless structural flow. This wine perfectly embodies the character of the river site, particularly evident in its structure—suitable for both modern and classical palates alike. Drink: 2024-2040. (Dec 2023)"
93 points Tim Atkin, MW: "(14.5%). There's something special about this warm terroir by the Ebro river, located right next to CVNE's Contino estate. This is a typically well-judged blend of Tempranillo, 13% Graciano and 2% Garnacha, with ageing in one-third new French oak. Concentrated yet refreshing, it has flavours of blueberry and tangerine, complemented by firmish tannins and a refreshing finish. 2024-32. (2024)"
93 points Zekun Shuai (JamesSuckling.com): "Spiced dark cherries, dark earth, blue plums and a touch of peppercorns. Very fine-grained on the palate, with a full load of fresh, powdery tannins. Medium- to full-bodied with a tight grip of fruit and tannins. Excellent length. Drink or hold. (7/24/24)"
93 points Wine Enthusiast "This deep violet-red-colored wine has a nose of blackberry, mocha and lavender. Flavors of black currant, elderberry, mint leaf, dark chocolate and tar are wrapped in a sheath of plush tannins that meander toward a chocolate-covered coffee bean finish. Alcohol 14.5%. (Oct 2024)"
93 points PeñÃn Guide to Spanish Wine: "Style: juicy. Color: cherry, purple rim. Aroma: red berry notes, floral, spicy, balanced, scrubland. Flavour: flavourful, fruity, good acidity, long. (Apr 2024)"
| Product SKU | 352355 |
| Producer | Villota |
| Country | Spain |
| Region | Rioja |
| Varietal | Tempranillo/Tinto Fino |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
| Blend | 85% Tempranillo, 13% Graciano, and 2% Garnacha |
| ABV | 14.5% |
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