velvety and concentrated with assertive but ripe tannins
even in this giving vintage
dense and textured on the palate and more round than crystalline
The fruit comes through slowly and has a way to go in its development
with the fragrance of pepper
2021 | Villota Tinto | Rioja Skyleaf velvety and concentrated with assertiveThe flagship of the estate, the 2021 Tinto is based on 85% Tempranillo, 13% Graciano, and 2% Garnacha. It has a gorgeous nose of cassis and darker berries interwoven with subtle spice, graphite, and leather. This carries to a medium to full bodied, round, concentrated wine with beautiful tannins, a layered, seamless mouthfeel, and a great finish. I'd buy it. It should have two decades or more of overall longevity. 94 Pts Jeb Dunnuck