Bodegas Primicia Carravalseca Reserva 2001 RED Spain

Primicia is an innovative estate with a reputation for ground-breaking 'experimental' Riojas. The top quality Cabernet Sauvignon grape is only permitted in Rioja in carefully monitored experimental vineyards but it undoubtedly adds tremendous elegance and majesty to premium oak-aged wines like this. A 50/50 blend of Cabernet with the more traditional Tempranillo this Gold Medal-winning Reserva comes from Rioja's excellent 2001 vintage and is now showing irresistible maturity and complexity. Deep dark colour with garnet edges.The nose is rich and has lush black fruit and complex oak aromas.The palate shows good structure and youth firm tannins with overtones of mature fruit and balanced style with lovely length. Serve with breast of wood pigeon or other feathered game a hearty lamb paella or even just a simple steak and kidney pudding.

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Merchant: Sunday Times Wine Club
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