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(Paisajes) (Rioja)19 (Robert Parker)935El Bulli5000

DOC Rioja

40% Tempranillo, 40% Garnacha, 10% Mazuelo,10% Graciano

100% Allier

12

55

4385

This one, Paisajes V is from a single vineyard (called Valsalado) of mixed grapes which was already owned by the De Gregorio family.

We think this single parcel wine is a knockout! Our first wine from Rioja and exactly the type of small, boutique project wine we are looking for. The nose is just gorgeous and the wine tastes beautifully fresh and rewarding and it was a clear winner in a blind tasting we did with other top wines from the region. With just 4000 bottles available, we have a very limited quantity. Get a few bottles quick!

Appellation:
DOC Rioja

Country of Origin:
Spain

Type:
Red/Rouge (Still)

Grape Varities:
40% Tempranillo, 40% Garnacha, 10% Mazuelo,10% Graciano

Use of Oak:
100% new French Allier oak

Ageing:
12 months

Age of Vines:
55 years

Production:
4385 bottles

Tasting Notes:
Dark cherry in colour, the nose is incredibly full, complex and enticing with rich, spicy notes, wild black fruits, toast, leather and Provencal herbs. The mouth is full of dark fruits, excellent volume and strong, smooth tannins that combine perfectly with the oak, spices and enough acidity to give great freshness and a lengthy finish. This wine will evolve well over the next few years, but as equally rewarding to drink now with stronger meat dishes.

ROBERT PARKER, AUG 2012 SCORE 92/100

The 2009 Valsalado is a blend of 40% Tempranillo, 40% Garnacha, 10% Graciano and 10% Mazuelo from a 1.3-hectare vineyard outside Lagrono. It has a clean, floral bouquet with lavender infusing the peppery, dark cherry fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with a slight chewy entry. But it is well-balanced with good acidity with a vibrant, feminine finish armed with pure red, earthy fruits. This is well worth seeking out. Drink now-2018.