Viña Bosconia Reserva Rioja Tempranillo Blend

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This is one of the most successful European 2003's I have had, rich but not overripe or hot, with an American oak vanillin frame for strong dark fruit. It is a little volatile on the back end but also refreshing. Very nice with lamb stew and peas!

Had this for my wedding anniversary. Not much you can say about these wines besides they are always worth it...

80% Tempranillo, 15% Garnacha, 5% mazuelo and graciano.
Black cherry, freshness in body and very fine tannins. Acidity is very balanced but not "zippy"

Stewed red fruit with pronounced savory and mineral notes as well. Juicy acidity and firm, powdery tannins.

Still so much life to this wine...Sanguine, a little volatile, savory, leather, subtle oak present

Great wine in a poor vintage. Shows nothing of its age save in color-its vanilla envelope wrapped around dark cherry, tobacco leaf etc.

One of, if not my favorite, rioja producers. Fruit on the 03 is a bit crisper than other vintages. Cranberry, tomato (leaf?), deftly deliberate oxidation, earth and savory balsamic, all framed in lovely oak. Fine integrated tannin. Long savory finish

Found this hiding in the cellar and not on the list! Soooo good.

Oxidative notes gave way to flavors of black tea, soy, and baked red cherries. Aging well.