Whether you’re indulging your own taste buds or want to make a splash at your fifth holiday party of the week, we have an insider’s opinion on the best bottles you can buy this festive season.
Today it’s all about Spain’s firm and full-bodied Cune Gran Reserva 2008 from the esteemed Compañía Vinícola del Norte de España winery in the Rioja region (393553 (D) 750 mL, $39.95).
‘Cause the holidays, in their most traditional sense, represent all that is good on earth.
And a perfect bottle of red definitely falls under that umbrella.
Here’s why you’ll love it:
– The Cune Gran Reserva offers major bang for your premium wine buck, having been hailed for its authentic expression. Fine wine website erobertparker.com scores it an impressive 92.
– Though it’ll wow palates now, the 2008 Cune Gran Reserva is still in the baby stages of its evolution, with all the components to mature beautifully with a little more time under its belt: pure fruit, good acidity, fine-grained tannins, balance, and elegance. Recommended indulgence is between 2016-2022. Tuck this one way, if you can – trust us, your patience will be rewarded.
– This particular wine is a benchmark for Rioja reds. And the fact that its best days are still ahead ensures it will make the perfect addition to your cellar collection or stand out as a (nearly) timeless gift.
Be sure to check back next week as we continue to run down our top recommendations from VINTAGES’ impressive holiday wine selection.
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