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Tasting notes
Score 88/100 · Stephen Tanzer, Vinous, Sep 2004

Bright, fresh ruby-red. Very primary aromas of crushed berries and rose petal. Lively and fruit-driven, with flavors of crushed redcurrant and spices. Offers a supple texture and enticing sweetness. Finishes with firm-edged, mounting tannins and a suggestion of baking spices.

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Critic scores
91
91/100

Average Score

94
94/100

Robert Parker

88
88/100

Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

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94 points
Robert Parker
Score 94/100 · Drink 2004-2012, Robert Parker, Apr 2004

The 2001 Vinas de Gain (100% Tempranillo) is a fabulous effort for the price (one of the best buys in the marketplace). Aged in French oak casks (about 40% new) for 12-14 months, it boasts a deep purple color to the rim as well as a perfume of raspberries, blackberries, crushed stones, and white flowers. With extraordinary precision, definition, and finesse, great elegance, wonderful sweetness, medium body, and a gorgeously textured finish, it caresses the palate, offering considerable personality and overall symmetry. It will drink beautifully for 7-8 years. A brilliant effort, it’s a steal at $20. Importer: Eric Solomon, European Cellars, Charlotte, NC; tel. (704) 358-1565

About the producer

Artadi D.O.
Artadi

Owner and winemaker Juan Carlos López de Lacalle is among an elite group of global vintners whose expertise creates wines that stand above others in their regions. Artadi produces refined Rioja in unoaked and oaked styles, including superb Reservas and single-vineyard wines such as Viña El Pisón.

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Country / Region
Grape Blend

Tempranillo, Grenache/ Garnacha

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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