ON-391599

Bikandi Vendimia Seleccionada Reserva 2001, Doca Rioja

Rioja (Tempranillo) Rioja (Tempranillo)
Rioja, Spain

$48.00 (391599)

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  • 9090
90 pts
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January 24, 2015

Critic Reviews (3)

John Szabo, MS
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John Szabo, MS

A fairly mature, savoury, zesty, old school style Rioja, complete with cinnamon and cedar-tinged oak notes. Acids are...

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David Lawrason
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David Lawrason

This is a very elegant, even-keeled, yet powerful Rioja has matured to peak. There is youthful cherry fruit that...

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Sara d'Amato
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Sara d'Amato

A bright, vibrant more distinctive Rioja than many in this release. It is juicy and a touch astringent which balances...

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Community Reviews (5)

Vladimir Torres
Vladimir Torres

Outstanding. Drink now (2015)... It's a beauty!

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Allan Miller
Allan Miller

Hard to find a bad 2001 Rioja and this doesn't disappoint, especially at this price point. Great Value.

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Tim Kennedy
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eruzaa
eruzaa

As noted by others, improbably youthful looking. Very oak driven nose, with hints of violets and lavender. Med-full bodied and quite powerful, almost hot. Ripe fruit and spice, but strikes me as a bit out of balance.

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