Villota Tinto, Rioja DOCa, Spain 2019 Barbaresco and very ageworthy

and very ageworthy

displaying spice-studded grip on the finish that courses along vivaciously

It has ripe fruit characters

from old bushes (60 years)

it demonstrates exceptional quality

Villota Tinto, Rioja DOCa, Spain 2019 Barbaresco and very ageworthyDeep, lurid ruby. Mineral and smoke accented blackberry, cherry and tobacco scents pick up floral and vanilla accents with air. Sappy, expansive black and blue fruit and violet pastille flavors open up steadily, energized by a spicy topnote. Concentrated yet lively in style, with a smoky mineral quality that adds cut to the impressively long, floral and spice driven finish. 93 Pts Vinous