Dark ruby to the eye, this wine has a bouquet of dark fruits of the wood and herbes de Provence. Muscular tannins offer a backdrop to well-integrated acidity and Mission fig, black-cherry, mocha and marjoram flavors. The enduring finish is noted for a burst of cranberry.
95 points, Mike DeSimone, Wine Enthusiast (Apr 2024)
A joyous 2011 Rioja, still youthful in its lasting purity of fruit. At a peak moment of maturity, this tastes like wild-blueberry skins and strawberry seeds, as if the tannins and the fruit were completely enmeshed. Enjoy it now for its generosity and grace.
93 points, Wine & Spirits (Feb 2023)
A very pretty wine now with cedar, mushrooms and dried red fruit. Medium body, fine tannins and a subtle, polished finish. A wonderful old Rioja now. Magnum bottle. Drink now and enjoy.
93 points, James Suckling (Feb 2022)