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Deep, dark red with purple reflections. An aroma of wild berries, leather and vanilla. Warm, full mouthfeel. The dark fruit notes are joined by a spicy sweetness; probably the result of the ageing in oak barrels, as well as the alcohol. Long and dry finish. The medium acidity also has quite a long grip on the tongue. A red wine that goes well with meat dishes, but due to its heaviness may not produce such a smooth drinking flow as a soloist. Ultimately, it also lacks a little elegance. But hey, absolutely fine in its price segment! Presents itself well now and will last a few more years.
Drink through 2027.
Tasted by Dominik Müller on Sunday, 22 January 2023.
| Flawed? | no | |
| DM: |
6Wines with a 5 to 8-point rating are good wines. Pure, balanced, and expressive of grape variety or regional typicity. / 20 ("good") |
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| Favourite: | No |
| Vintage: | 2012 |
| Colour: | red |
| Style: | still (dry) |
| Assemblage: | yes |
| Grape variety: | Tempranillo |
| For assemblages, the main grape variety is shown. | |
| Producer: | Bodegas Valdemar |
| Country: | Spain |
| Region: | La Rioja |
| Subregion: | La Rioja Alta |
| Appellation: | Rioja DOCa |
| Vineyard: | n/a |
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