Traditionally-styled, the 1997 Rioja spent 12 months in French oak and an additional 4 months in American oak. Its dark ruby/garnet color reveals amber at the edge. Aromas and flavors of lead pencil, tobacco, spice box, and berry fruit are present in this medium-bodied, fresh, crisp, finesse-styled Rioja. Consume it over the next 3-4 years.
Importer: De Maison Selections, Chapel Hill, NC; tel. (919) 933-4245