2020 Lindes de Remelluri San Vicente Rioja

Black berries, dark mushrooms, cloves and slate on the nose follow through to the palate with a medium body, soft and silky tannins and an attractive finish. Lovely tannin tension at the end.

Part of the stylish and terroir-driven Lindes de Remelluri line, the 2020 Viñedos de San Vicente de la Sonsierra represents the essence of each town in Rioja Alavesa. This blend of Tempranillo, Garnacha and other varieties is sourced from diverse soils, ranging from the pebbly banks of the Ebro River to the sandy terrain at the foot of the Sierra Cantabria. Aged for 12 months in vats of varying sizes, this garnet wine exudes enticing aromas of red fruit, complemented by notes of licorice, wild herbs, violets and hints of grapefruit. On the palate, it is dry and bold, with a faintly chalky texture that vibrates with a long-lasting, juicy core.

The 2020 Lindes de Remelluri Viñedos de San Vicente de la Sonsierra is more fruit-driven, primary and perfumed than most of the other bottlings, juicier, with a sensation of higher ripeness (despite having lower alcohol, 13.79%) and slightly dusty tannins. The breakdown here was 88% Tempranillo, 10% Garnacha and 2% other varieties.