Bodegas Olarra, Cerro Añon, Rioja, Northern Spain, 2012
90
Tasted by:
(at Decanter's March 2017 issue Premium Red Rioja Panel Tasting, 12 Dec 2016)
Drinking Window: 2017 - 2022
There is some serious tannic grip here, providing length and structure. Sweet berries are backed by cedar and savoury undertones; there is clearly some excellent winemaking skills here.
Producer
Bodegas Olarra
Brand
Cerro Añon
Vintage
2012
Wine Type
Still
Colour
Red
Country
Spain
Region
Northern Spain
Appellation
Sweetness
Dry
Alcohol
14.00%
Body
Medium
Oak
Oaked
Grapes
5% Carignan / Mazuelo
10% Graciano
85% Tempranillo / Tinto Fino