Navarrsotillo, Magister Bibendi Garnacha Reserva, Rioja, Spain, 2011

Fragrant blueberries with hints of vanilla and mint. The palate is a generous basket of red fruits, full of immediate pleasure with an overlay of mocha. Well-crafted Garnacha with a long finish.

A very pure demonstration of the uniqueness of Garnacha from Rioja. The opulent palate reveals a broad base of strawberry and red plum that is quite persistent. Typical varietal breadth showing the grape’s personality.

A terrific display of Garnacha’s potential in Rioja, from a leading organic producer. Powerful, punchy, ripe, but restrained by fine-grained tannins.