Conde de Hervias, 2011 Rioja DOCa, Spain Castagnier Then a blast of pepper

Then a blast of pepper aroma comes through on the concentrated and focused palate

bright nuances

glistening with grapefruit

yet it remains agile and bright with beauty and energy

Ripe raspberry

Conde de Hervias, 2011 Rioja DOCa, Spain Castagnier Then a blast of pepperBright ruby. Ripe, mineral accented cherry, dark berry, potpourri and mocha scents are accompanied by slowly emerging smoke and cracked pepper flourishes. Smooth and seamless on the palate, showing very good depth to its sweet blueberry, cherry vanilla, rose pastille and cocoa flavors, which are braced by a spine of juice acidity. Finishes impressively long and floral with smooth tannins that sneak in to add shape and gentle grip. 93 Pts Vinous