92 points – Falstaff
Basket-pressed and aged in French barrels for 15 months
muscatel and toasted sugar
with an abundance of blackcurrants and plums
The most useful story detail here is really the grape and style rather than a forced bit of winery history: Pinot Nero is more often associated with still reds or sparkling wines
Bodegas Tarón, ‘Pantocrátor’ Rioja Reserva, 2015, Rioja (DOCa) Brouilly 92 points – Falstaff'One Liner' A magnificent, patiently matured Rioja with concentrated dark fruit, tobacco and warming spice powerful and structured, yet remarkably fresh and silky. Tasting Note Deep cherry red in colour, with concentrated aromas of blackberry, blackcurrant and red fruit compote layered with eucalyptus, tobacco leaf, roasted coffee and sweet American oak spice. Full and velvety on the palate, the wines richness is balanced by vibrant acidity and firm