Burgo Viejo Licenciado Rioja Reserva 2019
Tasting Notes: It has a deep ruby red color, clean and bright. One the nose it is frank, with intense notes of ripe fruit perfectly blended with psices, cocoa and vanilla from the combination of American and French barrels where it has been aged for 18 months. On the palate it is sweet, powerful and long, leaving a persistent sensation and hints of plum and toasted bread.
Food Pairings: Enjoy with grilled meat, game and mature cheese.
Wine Enthusiast: “Deep garnet in the glass, this wine has aromas of Mission fig, cocoa butter and dried Mediterranean herbs. Opulent tannins offer a backdrop to black-cherry, purple-plum, clove, caramel and crumbled sage-leaf flavors as well as a faint note of mint tea that carries into the enduring finish.”
Decanter: “Aromas of black fruit and bay leaves. The palate is well-structured with notes of rose petals and violets, refreshing acidity and polished tannins. An engaging Rioja with a long finish.”
Origin
Spain
Varietal
100% Tempranillo
Alcohol by Volume
13.5%
Pairings
Beef and game meats
Characteristics
Body: Full
Acidity: Well Balanced
Sweetness: Dry
Tannins: Pronounced
Ratings/Awards
95pts Decanter Magazine
93pts Wine Enthusiast