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Bodega Contador - Rioja Contador 2012

Bodega Contador - Rioja Contador 2012

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5/5 (1 customers)

97/100

Robert Parker

"One of the finest performances of this wine in years, Contador 2012 presents a captivating nose of violet, lilac, blueberry, and black cherry, in perfect harmony, heralding sublime elegance. The palate is silky, with high-level tannins and texture, pure aromas, beautiful balance, and a power and elegance that leave you speechless. A rare combination. A true UFO. It has the balance, substance, acidity, and minerality to have a long life in the bottle, but it is difficult to resist its exuberant youth. (Wine Advocate 2015 - Robert Parker)

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Estate

Bodega Contador

Vintage

Contador

Vintage

2012

Designation

Rioja

Region

Spain

Grape varieties

94% Tempranillo, 3% Graciano, 3% Mazuelo

Terroirs

clay-limestone and alluvial soils, in San Vicente de la Sonsierra, Abalos, and Labastida

Viticulture

very respectful and as natural as possible, with a biodynamic approach.

Grape harvest

manual in small boxes

Wine making

fermentation in truncated cone-shaped wooden vats

Livestock farming

18 months in new French oak barrels

Alcohol content

14.5%

Eye

beautiful deep, brilliant purple color

Nose

ripe red and black fruits, balsamic notes and aromatic herbs (thyme, rosemary, lavender, and fennel), well-integrated woody nuances

Mouth

Fine and powerful, showing a beautiful balance between fruit and oak, with 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

Food and wine pairings

Enjoy with red meat, pigeon pastilla, hare stew...

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Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Wine rated (2015 guide) 97/100 (Extraordinary wine)

Rated Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)

About wine:

One of the finest performances of this wine in years, Contador 2012 presents a captivating nose of violet, lilac, blueberry, and black cherry, in perfect harmony, heralding sublime elegance. The palate is silky, with high-quality tannins and texture, pure aromas, beautiful balance, and a power and elegance that leave you speechless. A rare combination. A true UFO. It has the balance, substance, acidity, and minerality to have a long life in the bottle, but it is difficult to resist its exuberant youth. Unfortunately, wines like this come at a price.

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Review and opinion by Mr. ROMEO A. Published on 04/13/2018

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