A sublime Rioja from the fabulous 2001 vintage, this seductive effort boasts a deep ruby/purple color in addition to sweet aromas of tobacco-infused black currants, blackberries, espresso roast, and white chocolate, beautiful fruit, impressive purity, and loads of complexity. It is a hedonistically and intellectually satisfying effort with an opulent personality, great richness, and a long, seamless finish. Consume it over the next 7-8 years.Importer: Jorge Ordonez, Fine Estates From Spain, Dedham, MA; tel. (781) 461-5767