Contino Vina del Olivo 2007 CVNE

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (90)

The 2007 Vino del Olivo (named after an 800-year-old olive tree) is a blend of 88% Tempranillo and 12% Graciano. It has a hedonistic, flamboyant bouquet of macerated red cherries and crushed strawberry, with hints of marmalade and fresh fig underneath. The palate is medium-bodied with a very polished, oaky entry. There are plush red fruits with cassis and blueberry cut through with crisp acidity leading to a tensile, velvety-smooth finish. It is a decadent, but composed Rioja. Drink 2013-2022

Winespectator (90)

Black cherry, plum, tobacco and loam flavors mingle in this broad red. This has slightly chewy tannins, but remains fresh on the finish. A bit oaky, but shows a ripe core of fruit. This should evolve well. Drink now through 2018. 1,000 cases made.

BOW (6.75)