"One of this wine's finest expressions in years, the 2012 Contador offers a captivating nose of violet, lilac, blueberry, and black cherry, all in perfect harmony, heralding sublime elegance. The palate is silky, with top-tier tannins and texture, pure aromas, and a beautiful balance, as well as a power and elegance that leave you speechless. A rare combination. A true standout. It possesses the balance, body, acidity, and minerality for a long life in the bottle, but it’s hard to resist its exuberant youth. " (Wine Advocate 2015 - Robert Parker)
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Eye
a beautiful, deep, brilliant purple color
Nose
Notes of ripe red and black berries, balsamic notes, and aromatic herbs (thyme, rosemary, lavender, and fennel), with well-integrated woody undertones
Palate
Delicate yet powerful, with a beautiful balance between fruit and oak and a long, intense finish. A very ripe and flavorful wine
Serve
at 16-18°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink from
2016
Drink before
2032
Production
5,700 bottles
Food and wine pairings
pair it with red meat, pigeon pastilla, or hare stew...
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2015 guide) 97/100 (Extraordinary wine)
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
One of this wine’s finest vintages in years, the 2012 Contador offers a captivating nose of violet, lilac, blueberry, and black cherry, all in perfect harmony, heralding sublime elegance. The palate is silky, with top-tier tannins and texture, pure aromas, and a beautiful balance, as well as a power and elegance that leave you speechless. A rare combination. A true standout. It possesses the balance, body, acidity, and minerality for a long life in the bottle, yet it is hard to resist its exuberant youth. Unfortunately, wines like this come at a price.
Customer rating
5/5
based on 1 review
Review by Mr. ROMEO A. Published on April 13, 2018
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