The finish is clean
the palate reflects the nose
while the tannins are elegantly structured and seamlessly integrated
the region has built a strong reputation for whites with both freshness and substance – wines that carry citrus and stone fruit
Similar flavours follow on the palate which is ripe and textural and very proper
Ramón de Ayala, ‘Viña Santurnia’ Rioja Gran Reserva, 2011, Rioja (DOCa) Napa Valley The finish is clean'One Liner' Mature, traditional Rioja with mellow red fruit, savoury spice and beautifully softened oak elegant, complex and wonderfully smooth. Tasting Note Garnet red with a gently brick coloured rim, opening with ripe cherry, dried red berries and plum, followed by cedar, tobacco, vanilla and roasted coffee. Time in the bottle has brought further notes of leather, balsamic herbs and woodland earth, while the palate is full and velvety, with