What a wine this is, Wow. The nose really starts things off. Wait until you get a load of this nose. The aromas jump out of the glass in a very unique combination of Wrigley mint gum and an herbal garden. I don't think I've ever smelled a wine quite like this before, and I like it.
Before the nose, you'll likely notice the dark, blood red pour. This is a big, full bodied Rioja that packs a major punch, but it's executed in an elegant, beautiful package that is a nice mix of modern and old world. Red fruit, plum flavors with earth undertones, some sawdust/wood on the finish which sticks around for forever.
I love this one for $21 at Costco. It's a perfect wine as the weather gets cooler, a good food wine for red meat focused or other hearty cuisine, and another example of the amazing value you can find from Spain at almost every price point.
CostcoWineBlog.com Rating: 91 Points
Costco item number: 1080089
Purchased at Costco in: Atlanta, GA
Alc 14.5%
Pamela says
Would anyone know if these wines are ever available at the Costco in Greenwood Indiana? I've looked for a couple that have been in the wine blog but have not been able to find them.
Jane says
Pamela, Greenwood is my store as well. Sometimes I have better luck at the Castleton store though when it comes to Wine. I think Greenwood is a work in progress.
Jim Kernodle says
I got what appeared to be the last bottle in Charleston, SC a couple weeks ago. Glad to hear it's a good one!
Jeff says
We started drinking Rioja wine after visiting this great appellation last year. Not sure I've seen this one at our Costco but I will certainly be looking for it. But what we have been enjoying is costcos $13.57 2006 Conde bel Rioja gran reserve.
Tim Holt says
I really enjoy your comments on the various wines - has anybody seen any wines from Portugal lately- particularly the Atlanta area?
Editor says
Only a few. That's one region I'd like to see represented more at Costco. Hopefully that will change.