Vina Albina Reserva 2005 is made from 80% Tempranillo 15% Mazuelo and 5% Graciano. Coming from Cenicero and Villalba in Rioja. Aging for 24 to 30 months in American oak barrels and then bottled for 12 months.
Tasting notes, Ruby with tawny rim, bright colour. On nose, elegant, with primary scents of fruit, smoky, cocoa, leather, minerals and spices. On palate, fine, round and fruity, with balanced acidity and mature tannins.
What the critics say...
Peñin Guide: 90 points(01/01/2012)
Cherry red colour, garnet rim. On nose, spicy, creamy oak, toasty. On palate, tasty, toasty, ripe tannins.
Pairing: Beef, Game Animals, Grilled Red Meats, Roasts, Stews.