title: Bodegas Riojanas 2009 Monte Real Gran Reserva  (Rioja)
description: Aromas of roasted earth, leather and fine oak are more out-front than berry fruit, and that's the way it should be for a Gran Reserva. This feels bold, lively and still a touch bumpy. Chocolaty oak and vanilla notes rest comfortably on top of ripe berry and black-plum flavors, while the finish is persistently earthy and chocolaty. Drink through 2028.
variety: Tempranillo
designation: Monte Real Gran Reserva