CVNE, Rioja Imperial Reserva Brut Zero incense and potpourri

incense and potpourri

This offers fine development potential but it’s not likely to make for especially interesting early drinking

though it remains ripe and approachable

The palate is medium-bodied

particularly on the explosive finish

CVNE, Rioja Imperial Reserva Brut Zero incense and potpourri85% Tempranillo, 10% Graciano, 5% Mazuelo Matured for 4 years in French and American oak barrels, 2yrs in bottle. Strong coconut aroma and plenty of red fruit. Couldn't be anything but traditional Rioja. Then surprisingly and attractively savoury on the palate. Rich but fresh. Dry, fine tannins. Still very youthful. Benchmark. (JH)