An almost syrupy sense of white peach along with hints of white raisin that emerge in that prodigious finish fails to tip the scales in too-confectionary a direction thanks to a vibratory sense of energy and refreshing rivulet of juicy fresh peach and lime that is threaded throughout

There are usually four vintages a decade of La Rioja Altas Gran Reserva 904

The visit was capped off by previews of the 2004 Cristal and the as-yet-unreleased Cristal Rose

Gains weight and structure with air and finishes with outstanding power and focus

is still in barrel

Mayacamas, Cabernet Sauvignon other_regions An almost syrupy sense ofTranslucent shaded ruby. Smoky rich nose with lots of freshness. This also seems to be a bit frozen in time. Transparent and a little bit tart.