Urbina Gran Reserva Especial 2001
Maybe the greatest Rioja of all time, well we both were blown away. We tasted this at the SITT tastings and it’s complexity and elegance was a highlight of the day.
TASTING NOTES
Delicate cork, should be opened with Ah-So, Two-Prong
Opener
VISUAL
Dark ruby color, middle layer with a thin mahogany trim.
NOSE
Complex nose, splendid maturity, mineral aromas, ripe
fruit, figs, cherries and plums, tomato jam and dried
apricots, cigar box, cherry blossom, harmonious and
well defined spicy hints of cinnamon, vanilla and clove.
Some leather, snuff leaves and nutmeg. Musk, incense
and kola nut. Base of toffee candy, and balsamic notes,
fresh and elegant. Very Complex and Amazing.
PALATE
On the palate harmonious and balanced oak and fruit
tannins, great elegance and velvety softness, with a
wonderful length that is appreciated.
