CVNE (Contino), Rioja Gran Reserva Vintage:2007 While it is difficult to

While it is difficult to find

This is also moderately toasty with its otherwise fresh and attractively layered aromas of purple fruit

building tannins

On the palate it shows a bit of the more rustic style of the 1970s

minerally and bone dry finish that displays distinct citrus mineral nuances

CVNE (Contino), Rioja Gran Reserva Vintage:2007 While it is difficult toA very powerful red with the structure and intensity of a great Rioja from the 1950s, 1960s or 1970s. Real gran reserva. Dried fruits such as plums, prunes and cherries. Hints of figs too. Layered and so structured. Full bodied and chewy yet intense and persistent. A fabulous wine. So much potential here. Better in 2020.