Jane Anson: 95 Punkte
"Sandalwood, vanilla bean spice, peony flowers, raspberry, black cherry, cloves, so juicy and characterful, with precise, integrated tannins even at this early stage in a hot and dry vintage. Aged French oak, tiny percentage of new oak. Harvested at the end of September over two days. Grapes from the Carromaza plot in the village of Villalba, RIoja Alta, winemaker Maria Larrea." (07/2025)
Decanter: 96 Punkte
"Gorgeous fragrance on the nose, so softly and gently perfumed - fragrant with floral roses and violets and ripe, almost sweetly-scented strawberries with a hint of Black Forest Gateau too. Succulent and grippy, this takes hold with super fine tannins that give a powdery sensation on the palate with crunchy red berry fruit. Acidity is perfect, lifting the fruit giving tension and zing as well as elongating the expression. There’s lift but no lacking in power or push. Finessed, elegant and totally delicious. Juicy and moreish, there’s a feeling of utter confidence but no showing off. Authentic and you get a feeling this is clear representation of what this wine/vineyard can do even in conditions of drought and high temperatures. 3.60pH. Ageing 12 months in 50% new and 50% one-year-old French oak barrels." - Georgina Hindle (07/2025)
