Appellation: DOCa Rioja (San Vicente de la Sonsierra), Rioja Alta, Spain
Blend: 100% Tempranillo
Aging: 18 months in 100% new French oak barrels
Drinking Window: 2024 through 2040–2045
CRITIC SCORES
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (Luis Gutiérrez) - 94 Points: Highlights its rich, plush character true to the "El Bombón" parcel name; notes intense dark plum, sweet spice, and licorice, supported by velvety tannins, excellent mid-palate weight, and a long, polished finish.
Tim Atkin MW - 95 Points: Praises its luxurious mouthfeel and pristine balance; reveals complex aromas of blackberry, cocoa, and toasted wood, framed by vibrant mineral energy, chalky tannins, and remarkable depth.
Guía Peñín - 94 Points: Notes a dense black-ruby hue with expressive notes of ripe cassis, wild herbs, and sweet oak; describes a full-bodied, concentrated palate with powerful structure and outstanding cellaring capacity.
Appellation: DOCa Rioja (San Vicente de la Sonsierra), Rioja Alta, Spain
Blend: 100% Tempranillo
Aging: 18 months in 100% new French oak barrels
Drinking Window: 2024 through 2040–2045
CRITIC SCORES
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (Luis Gutiérrez) - 94 Points: Highlights its rich, plush character true to the "El Bombón" parcel name; notes intense dark plum, sweet spice, and licorice, supported by velvety tannins, excellent mid-palate weight, and a long, polished finish.
Tim Atkin MW - 95 Points: Praises its luxurious mouthfeel and pristine balance; reveals complex aromas of blackberry, cocoa, and toasted wood, framed by vibrant mineral energy, chalky tannins, and remarkable depth.
Guía Peñín - 94 Points: Notes a dense black-ruby hue with expressive notes of ripe cassis, wild herbs, and sweet oak; describes a full-bodied, concentrated palate with powerful structure and outstanding cellaring capacity.
