Valenciso Laderas de Cabama Rioja 2014

Everything Luis Valentín and Carmen Enciso touch has quality written all over it. This fresh and vibrant Rioja is no exception. While this wine doesn't quite have the density and power of the old-vine Valenciso bottling above, it's not far off! The 2014 has more purity and structure than the previous release, and the extra time in concrete has added delicious suppleness and focus to the palate. Expect a perfumed, juicy and spicy wine of great finesse. It has fresh blackberry and red cherry fruit along with some tobacco and sandalwood spice. The palate is vibrant, medium-bodied and super-spicy. How many regions in the world today could offer a beautiful wine of this caliber, at six years of age at this price point?

"Powerful and concentrated, this has a great tannin structure that makes it seem rather young for its age. There's a very nice balance on the warm and generous finish that pulls you back for more. Drink or hold." 92 points, James Suckling

Country: Spain
Region: Rioja