2010 La Rioja Alta, Ardanza Rioja Reserva Selección Especial

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While this was a great vintage for Rioja, and seems to have been truly exceptional for La Rioja Alta S.A.'s Viña Ardanza Selección Especial. 80% Tempranillo with the remaining 20% garnacha, the wine is expressive, aromatic, elegant, and clean, with the classical Rioja aromas of long aging in barrel and slow oxidation through the years in the wood. This wine possesses a polished and sleek palate while retaining plenty of energy. This wine has a stellar complexity of aromas, with scents of spice, smoke, earth, curry, beef blood, to forest floor. Overall, a tremendous Viña Ardanza, and a tremendous wine!