BODEGAS OLARRA RECIENTE RIOJA RESERVA

91, Vinous

Dark ruby. Ripe red and dark berries, cola, candied licorice and a floral nuance on the perfumed nose. Fleshy red fruit preserve, mocha, vanilla and spicecake flavors spread out steadily through the midpalate, showing good depth and supple texture. Velvety tannins build on a supple, warm finish that echoes the rope red fruit and floral notes.

91, Wine & Spirits

Fresh and lively, this delicate Rioja delivers flavors of black currants and blueberries in a minor key. The fruit is soft and sweet, while the acidity has a crisp apple edge, giving the wine a plaintive voice, “like a sad love song,” one taster said. The flavors are lasting, ready to pour with roast goat.

90, Wine Enthusiast

Aromas of cardamom and other baking spices blend with peppercorn and blueberry accents to form a unique nose. On the full-bodied palate, flavors of berries and toast carry to the finish.