Quite standard but that doesn’t mean it isn’t a good wine and doesn’t fit a purpose. For regular, everyday Rioja this should not fail. It has nice cherry and plum aromas with a hint of rubber and tobacco. Licorice, plum, raspberry and brown sugar flavors work the balanced, controlled palate, while the finish is natural and unforced. 235,000 cases made.——M.S.(4/1/2009)—— 86