Conde Valdemar Gran Reserva Magnum Rioja (2004) 1.5L

Wine Tasting Notes
The 2004 Gran Reserva in magnum shows a garnet hue with aromas of dried red fruit, plum, leather, tobacco and vanilla-tinged cedar. Two decades of age have rendered the tannins silky and the palate harmonious, with lingering savory spice. It is a beautiful match for roast suckling pig, lamb or wild mushroom dishes.

Press
Robert Parker 91 pts
Guía Peñín 93 pts

Winery/Producer Highlights
Bodegas Valdemar (Valdemar Family) — Bodegas Valdemar is a family-owned Rioja Alavesa estate whose winemaking heritage dates to 1889. Its Conde Valdemar Gran Reserva is made only in fine vintages and aged at length in oak and bottle before release. 2004 is regarded as one of Rioja's great modern vintages, and the magnum format has helped this wine age gracefully.

Descriptive Words
Mature, Harmonious, Savory, Silky, Classic