Bodegas Artuke, Rioja El Escolladero 2017 Alpha Box & Dice

Bodegas Artuke, Rioja El Escolladero 2017 Alpha Box & DiceThis is a concentrated wine with a wonderfully complex nose that reveals aromas of berries, herbaceous notes and spicy undertones. On the palate it is powerful, fine and very elegant. It has fine tannins and a deep freshness. The finish is beautiful with an intense red fruit compote.

classical red Bordeaux

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chiefly from Michael Mara

Rather subtle and glorious

slightly nutty

a dusting of salt and green apple flesh

Enveloping flavours of vanilla

The fruit was ripe but not super-ripe

Noilly Prat Dry is a wonderfully crafted vermouth from the south of France

A very refreshing way to welcome the sun

Ever had a Rotgipfler

powerful nose of blackberry and tar is complimented by a gentle floral lift of lavender and violets