Bob McDonald

9.2

Rich red and blue berries finishing with a slight tarry taste. 86% Tempranillo, 8% Garnacha and 6% Graciano. Matured in French Oak barrels for 14 months, 40% of the barrels were new and the rest were second use. From dry grown bush vines. Medium to full bodied. Dry cherries and spices. Solid. — 10 days ago

Luis Armesilla

9.0

Con Delichius e Iñigo el primer día que bebió después de Lena — 7 days ago

Damian

9.3

Cedar, fruit in the background, coconut?. Mature and delicious — 21 days ago

Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.2

2021 vintage. Phenomenal value. Medium heavy body. Spicy conversation amongst fruit-driven interplay. Substantial but not deal-breaking tannins. 12.10.25. — 9 days ago

Nick

9.0

Double decanted and enjoyed after a half hour because I was too excited to try it. Phenomenal. — 9 days ago

Tiffany Mead

8.9

Smooth though a little heavy — 12 days ago

Kate

9.0

Dark fruit. Vanilla. Smooth with a spicy finish — 20 days ago

Ruud Verhagen

9.3

93+ still needs some time to come around. — 11 days ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.1

Valserrano – Tempranillo & Graciano – 2019
Rioja DOCa – Rioja Alavesa, Spain 🇪🇸

Overview
A classic Rioja Reserva blend of 90% Tempranillo and 10% Graciano, aged in oak. The 2019 vintage leans slightly riper and more concentrated than 2018, offering darker fruit and a touch more structure without sacrificing Valserrano’s signature elegance.

Aromas & Flavors
Black cherry, plum, and blackberry compote layered with vanilla, cocoa, sweet tobacco, and a hint of dried herbs. Subtle licorice and baking spice linger on the finish.

Mouthfeel
Medium-plus body with polished tannins and more grip than the 2018. Balanced acidity keeps the wine fresh, while the finish is smooth, long, and quietly complex.

Food Pairings
Lamb chops, Iberian pork, roasted mushrooms, aged Manchego, or paella with chorizo.

Verdict
A refined yet slightly richer expression of Valserrano Reserva. Dark fruit, subtle earth, and graceful spice come together with impressive balance and drinkability. Classic Rioja with modern finesse.

Did You Know?
The Valserrano estate, founded in 1880, is still family-run and among the pioneers of Rioja Alavesa. Higher elevation and limestone soils are key to the region’s lifted acidity and refined tannin profile. — 14 days ago

Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.1

2020 vintage. Gotta whole lotta oak. Gotta whole lotta oak. Gotta whole lotta oak. Way down inside…11.19.25. — a month ago