La Rioja Alta, Rioja (Spain) 2018

Jan 3, 2024

By Miranda Franco

 The 2018 Viña Alberdi Reserva is a Tempranillo of seamless integration and elegance, masterfully crafted by one of the old guards of Rioja.  It descends on the palate with flavors of raspberry, dried black cherry, and black currants alongside notes of mocha, olive tapenade, and dried oregano.  The wine is deep, dense, and structured, with ample yet luxuriously textured tannins that amble toward a lengthy finish.  It will undoubtedly flourish for several years to come.          

Country / Region

Spain

Appellation

Rioja

Grape Variety

Color

Red

Vintage

2018

Score

93

Price

US $ 25.00

Producer

La Rioja Alta