Conde de Hervias, Rioja DOCa, Spain 2011 Portugal dried herbs and a hint

dried herbs and a hint of Mediterranean spice over supple

The quality of the fruit and tannins are very pretty here

Very structured and right with finely toned tannins that are tight

so difficult to assess

Conde de Hervias, Rioja DOCa, Spain 2011 Portugal dried herbs and a hintBright 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