ON-166538 QC-741108

Lan Crianza 2009

Rioja (Tempranillo) Rioja (Tempranillo)
Rioja, Spain

$15.95 (166538)

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October 26, 2013

Critic Reviews (1)

David Lawrason
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David Lawrason

This may only be a mid-weight, mid-priced Rioja but it is nicely authentic and complex for the money. Traditional,...

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Blair WineLover
Blair WineLover

Very pleasant, none of the tastes are out of place. Not perfectly smooth, but still a great deal for the price.

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It's only wine but I like it
It's only wine but I like it

A big step up from the '08 in my view. Lovely balance of ripe fruit, acidity and tannin, with less oak. Long finish. Really delicious. Purchased on sale at Whole Foods in Monterey CA for only $8.99 (no typo, $8.99)! Of course, I can't bring this home with me or I'd fill my suit case! Tasted Oct 2013.

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Igor Eren
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