Contino Gran Reserva 2018

Red wine

| 750 ml

| Spain

Vallée de l'Ebre

97 % of 100

| 12 reviews Add Your Review

$53.25

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"Fabulous aromas of black tea, soya, cinnamon, and dark fruits. Very floral. Full body, very deep and beautiful. Superb depth of fruit. The tannins are total melted in the wine. Wonderful finish."

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Country Spain
Region Vallée de l'Ebre
Designation of origin Rioja Alavesa
Regulated Designation Denominación de origen calificada (DOCa)
Classification Gran reserva
Grape varieties Tempranillo 85 %, Graciano 10 %, Mazuelo 5 %
Degree of alcohol 14 %
Sugar content 2 g/L
Color Red
Size 750 ml
Producer Compania Vinicola del Norte de Espana S.A.
Promoting agent LBV International Inc.
SAQ code 13217532
UPC code 08410591305125

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98

James Suckling
95

Robert M. Parker Jr (Wine Advocate)
96

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Tasting

Vintage tasted 2018
Aromas animal notes, cocoa, coconut, cooked fruit, prune, raisin, sweet spices, toasted oak

Acidity present
Sweetness dry
Body full-bodied
Mouthfeel opulent
Wood dominant

Serving temperature From 16°C to 18°C

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