Aalto, Ribera Del Duero Vintage:2005 with elevated tannin

with elevated tannin

A brooding and much less expressive nose grudgingly reveals notes of both red and dark berries

An equally pure

warm and long finish that has a slightly bitter chocolate character to it

but the texture is just incredible

Aalto, Ribera Del Duero Vintage:2005 with elevated tanninOpaque purple color. Intensely perfumed nose displays spicy dark berry and floral character, with zesty minerals and black tea adding complexity. Pliant blackberry and cherry flavors are impressively fresh, becoming deeper and sweeter with air. An admirably balanced wine, playing depth against vivacity and finishing with outstanding clarity and length. This is the most elegant example of this bottling I've tasted. Josh Raynolds