La Rioja Alta S.A. Vina Ardanza Reserva, Rioja DOCa, Spain 2017 1.5L Schug Carneros Estate The red 2021 El Andén

The red 2021 El Andén de la Estación follows the 2019

framed up nicely with lingering plum and a hint of tobacco

This chiseled Champagne is absolutely mouthwatering

35% Cabernet Sauvignon

Concentrated

La Rioja Alta S.A. Vina Ardanza Reserva, Rioja DOCa, Spain 2017 1.5L Schug Carneros Estate The red 2021 El AndénA more vibrant and fruitier expression of Ardanza this year with strawberries, mussels, warm spices and berries. Round and silky on the palate with lovely spices and a long, nicely saline finish. A nice touch of creaminess works really well here and further extends the finish. 80% tempranillo and 20% garnacha. Drink or hold. 95 Pts James Suckling