Ericsson

9.6

This is a magnanimous wine and still in its youth. A non vintage blend of declared Gran Reserva vintages: 2008, 2010, and 2011. The color is still deep ruby with hits of garnet on the rim. The bouquet on the nose is strong and nuanced, layered; with notes of blackberry, cherry, plum, and additional notes of cigar box and old leather. The palate is even more extraordinary, it is very well integrated with fruit, tannins, and acidity. Velvety! Flavors of black currant, cherries and figs are savory and complimented by coffee, graphite and some anise. The finish is elegant, reminiscent of minerals. Cheers. — 7 days ago

KCG

9.4

SP Dinner
PV — 4 months ago

Mike Saviage

9.4

Tasted blind. Ruby reddish color, young-looking compared to other reds so far. Opaque. Notes of black fruit, mocha, some earth and a little bit of wood. Rich in the mouth. Given our earlier Rioja bottle, we go back to Spain with guesses. I guessed 90 Unico. This is the Valbueno blend, with grapes from 85/91/96. 94+ — 2 years ago

Mike Evans

9.2

Rating how it is showing now, it just needs time — 3 days ago

Alvaro Bustillos

9.5

Winegeeks chih casa memo — 3 months ago

Monavee Schooler-Caldwell

8.9

GoodyGoody — 8 months ago

David Gillespie

9.5

Just delicious, amazing to see what people are getting up to in Australian wine. — 3 years ago

heidi schlegel

9.9

Although not as prestigious as Unico, this Valbuena 5 was an absolute delight! Rich and balanced, it paired perfectly with fowl (pigeon). — 13 days ago

Allie Hartsworm

10

Blueberry’s and warmth. Super smooth — 4 months ago

Ray Vanderhoff

9.2

Medium golden color. Aromas of unripe peach, lemon zest and jasmine. The palate is full of lemon/lime/orange citrus flavors and ginger with additional notes of green apples, melon and pears. Long and lingering finish that is a touch (but pleasantly) salty. Chewy texture with a high level of acidity. Quite complex and well crafted. — 8 months ago