Arzuaga Gran Arzuaga Ribera del Duero 2018

Bold, opaque fruit bomb with a massive, intense presence. The sweetness is a jarring contrast to the bold, black cherry, caramel, and jam flavors, which are overpowering. The leather and tobacco layers add a sense of depth, but the all around highlight is one of a rough, unrefined fruit explosion. The finale is long and fruity, but the boldness overshadows the subtlety. A big, bold wine that's best enjoyed with a hearty, savory meal. I'd recommend it, but it's not for the faint of palate.

Robust and dimensional wine with a harmonious blend of oak, leather, and spice notes, enhanced by fresh mineral and menthol undertones. Its velvety and lingering aftertaste is a testament to its all around quality.

Deep and rich blend of Tempranillo, CS, and Albillo, aged for 35 months in new French oak. The Tempranillo is pre-phyloxera with 105+ years of age, but the Albillo is pre-phyloxera with 105+ years of age. The blend is intense ruby in color, with a medium intensity and a rich, sweet aroma that combines blackcurrants, tar, leather, spices, blackberries, vanilla, cherries, floral hints, licorice, and a powdery tannin finish.