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Score 96/100 · Robert Parker

The recently bottled, superb 1998 Pagos Viejos is one of the greatest Riojas I have ever tasted. A dense ruby/purple color is accompanied by a sweet nose of violets, black fruits, minerals, toasty new oak, and smoke. The wine is full-bodied, with gorgeous purity, amazing symmetry for its exceptional size, and an incredibly well-delineated finish. In short, it is great stuff! Anticipated maturity: 2005-2025. Aug 2000, www.robertparker.com

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93
93/100

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96
96/100

Robert Parker

92
92/100

James Suckling

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92 points
James Suckling
Score 92/100 · James Suckling

This is solid and very fresh with beautiful fruit and depth. Full body, chewy tannins, flavorful and wonderful length. Pure tempranillo. Drink now. Jul 2015, www.jamessuckling.com

92 points
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Score 92/100 · Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

Medium ruby. Complex, vibrant, very expressive aromas of cherry, bitter chocolate, eucalyptus, mocha, clove oil and sexy oak. Lively and penetrating, with terrific clarity of flavor and verve. Finishes very long, with firm, fine tannins. Nov 2001, www.vinous.com

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