Once the grapes have reached their full ripeness in the perfect climate, they are harvested entirely by hand. The vineyard's elevated location makes this climate ideal, providing the grapes with both sunshine and coolness, resulting in full clusters. Once the grapes are harvested, they are vinified separately, after which the winemaker creates the blend. This is followed by a long aging process of up to fourteen months in American and French oak barrels. The wine gains body and structure, making it wonderfully powerful.
As soon as the cork is removed, we immediately smell a powerful aroma of red and black berries, with light toasted notes and cocoa. Grab a large glass and swirl this red Rioja well to release all its aromas. Then we also smell cedarwood and a touch of vanilla. The palate is round and powerful with plenty of depth, abundant black fruit like blackberries and cherries, and a spicy and lingering finish.
