Rioja Alta, Gran Reserva 890 other_regions_italy The alcohol content is a

The alcohol content is a bit much at 15%

and should ultimately become elegant as well as powerful

A cooler and very pure nose freely offers up its aromas of spice

Give it another couple of years to develop complexities

Rioja Alta, Gran Reserva 890 other_regions_italy The alcohol content is aReddish orange color. Knockout aromas reminiscent of a great mature Burgundy, strawberry, plum, loam, tar, vanilla, smoke and earth. Rich, shockingly fresh flavors of currant, cinnamon and earth; juicy acids give clarity to the wine's flavors and cleanse the palate. Slight minty nuance on the very long, brisk aftertaste. Fabulous Rioja gran reserva. Stephen Tanzer