Conde de Hervias, 2011 Rioja DOCa, Spain Snowden Vineyards with a wild side

with a wild side

Its nose is intense and complex presenting a wonderful harmony of tangy

pepper and dark chocolate notes

The palate delivers bright acidity

Sourced from two vineyards on Seneca Lake

Conde de Hervias, 2011 Rioja DOCa, Spain Snowden Vineyards with a wild sideBright ruby. Ripe, mineral accented cherry, dark berry, potpourri and mocha scents are accompanied by slowly emerging smoke and cracked pepper flourishes. Smooth and seamless on the palate, showing very good depth to its sweet blueberry, cherry vanilla, rose pastille and cocoa flavors, which are braced by a spine of juice acidity. Finishes impressively long and floral with smooth tannins that sneak in to add shape and gentle grip. 93 Pts Vinous