Coto De Imaz Rioja Reserva 2001

Seeing a new Rioja in the store, Deb quickly grabbed this for our dinner. Opened to a rather sweet and fruity bouquet, which did settle to show a very pleasing array of red berries, nougat, vanilla and a hint of licorice. The palate was fairly laden with more berry fruits and some very soft and velvety tannins, and finished soft, dry and very nicely balanced. I think this has become a new favourite of ours, and at $26 is great value. Very moreish.
50+4+13+17+8 = 92/100