2018 El Coto ‘Coto de Imaz’ Gran Reserva, Rioja DOCa, Spain (750ml)

WINEMAKER’S NOTES:

Crafted from a selection of the best Tempranillo grapes in Rioja, this Reserva benefits from 18 months of aging in oak casks that provides great complexity with pronounced notes of ripe fruit, cocoa and well-balanced acidity. A great choice to pair with beef and other hearty meat dishes.

TASTING NOTES:

Lovely aromatic nose, showing nuances of black berries, black pepper, lavender and wild herbs. Creamy vanilla on the palate.

-Decanter, 94pts

Overwhelming oak with vanilla essence, mint, blackberries, pine needles and truffles. Traditional and reserved on the palate, with plenty of oak tannins at the moment. But the freshness and acidity will keep it interesting in the future. Try from 2027.

-James Suckling, 92pts