Hacienda Monasterio, Ribera Duero Reserva other_regions This is over 14% alcohol

This is over 14% alcohol with no chaptalization

This is also quite aromatically restrained with its combination of dark cherry

There is both good volume and vibrancy to the detailed flavors that are supported by unusually fine-grained tannins considering where the vineyard is located as there is only a touch of rusticity on the sneaky long finale

A classic Vosne nose displays a ripe and fresh combination of plum

Hacienda Monasterio, Ribera Duero Reserva other_regions This is over 14% alcohol(the same blend as for the 2010 version), Inky ruby. Deeper and darker in character than its younger sibling, displaying scents and flavors of blackcurrant, dried cherry and licorice, with a spicy element adding vivacity. Opens nicely with air, picking up a smoky nuance and a touch of candied rose. Finishes sappy and very long, with velvety tannins building slowly and framing the wine's lush fruit. Josh Raynolds