Posts Tagged "Ribera del Duero"


Ribera del Duero Spain

When asked to name the best wine producing countries in Europe, Spain isn’t usually the one that is top of mind for most people. More often than not France or Italy are likely to be mentioned with the highest frequency. But to overlook Spain or dismiss it as a distant third, fourth or even fifth, would be to miss out on some truly terrific wine. We have long enjoyed wines from Spain both for their quality and value, and our recent wine tour with Fine Vintage cemented that notion in no uncertain terms. It reaffirmed our belief that the top wines produced in Spain can stand alongside even the most esteemed wines made by its European peers, without the high prices that a Classified  Growth Bordeaux, a Premier or Grand Cru Burgundy, or a Super Tuscan would command.

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2001 Bodegas J.C. Conde Ribera del Duero Neo2001 Bodegas J.C. Conde Ribera del Duero Neo

A sensational wine! Nose is very Bordeaux-like with its earth, cedar and black fruits. Medium body, but very intense flavours of blackberry, raspberry and tobacco leaf. Tannins are gentle; this wine is at or near peak, but certainly no signs of breaking down. Slightly modern in style (meant in a good way) and very complex. Nice acidity on the long finish. Very classy!

Excellent +

 

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