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2003 Crianza

Type: Aged Red

Tasting Notes: The 2003 Crianza is opaque purple-colored with a huge nose of toasty oak, licorice, black currants and blackberry with a slightly baked character perhaps from the extreme heat of the 2003 vintage. This is followed by a thick, rich, layered, opulent wine with abundant ripe tannin and outstanding balance. This hugely extracted wine will need 8-10 years to become civilized and should drink well for 10-15 years thereafter.

Other Notes: 100% Tempranillo aged 18 months in American oak which lends spice, depth and character to this classic Ribera wine.

Wine Advocate –2007 - 92 points