C.V.N.E. - Contino Rioja Gran Reserva - 2015

C.V.N.E.

Contino Rioja Gran Reserva 2015

- 94 points -

Contino is famous for its wonderfully sited vineyard, and for being a very early adopter of Graciano as a single variety. Two years after this vintage (10% Graciano), there was a change of winemaker. Today there are clear movement towards greater freshness. Look out for forthcoming vintages; they should be very promising indeed. Dense and dark, aged three years in French and American oak, with a fine finish of supple tannin. Drink 2023-2040. Alc. 14%.

Sarah Jane Evans, February 2023