Contino Rioja Reserva 2011

Vinous - Josh Raynolds : 91 Points

(12/2016) Bright ruby. Ripe cherry and black currant scents are complemented by suggestions of pipe tobacco, mocha and candied flowers. Plush, round and sweet in style, offering ripe dark fruit flavors and a suggestion of vanilla. Pliant tannins provide shape to the finish, which leaves suggestions of fruitcake and mocha behind. This rich wine could handle the most full-flavored red meat preparations. Drinking Window: 2019 - 2025.

Wine Spectator : 91 Points

(4/30/2017) Smoky and meaty notes frame plum and currant flavors in this generous red, which is balanced and lively, broad-textured but lightfooted, with gentle tannins and bright orange-peel acidity. 200 cases imported.