Just enjoyed
the well heralded Decanter top red of 2013 Faustino I Gran Reserva 2001.
It's a fantastic wine with a vibrant garnet colour, beautiful fruit and a
sophisticated complex flavour. Intense aromas of spices, new wood and
leather. Velvety smooth with light tannins, a background of vanilla oak and a
brilliant finish.
This subtle
wine definitely benefits from careful decanting a couple of hours before
sharing with your best friends over good food. It goes particularly well with
lamb or lighter meats.
If you want to
impress nip into Asda at £12.98 and Sainsbury's at £18.00. I spotted some in
Makro at £15.95 including vat. Scoring 97 out of 100 you just can't go wrong
with this stunning Rioja. Highly recommended for sharing and dining.
