Rioja DOCa Bodega Contador DOCA Contador Benjamin Romeo 2010
15%
1.5L
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This outstanding Rioja has twice received 100 points from Robert Parker. It is an absolute masterpiece - complex, supple and powerful!
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Rioja DOCa Bodega Contador DOCA Contador Benjamin Romeo 2010
The wine
Twice rated 100/100 by the famous US wine critic Robert Parker, this cuvée is probably Spain's most prestigious. Produced from the very best parcels in Rioja, this legendary wine presents extremely complex, powerful aromas of blackberry, blackcurrant and fresh fruit. The palate is simply divine, fresh and well structured, with sublime length. A true masterpiece.
About the Producer Bodega Contador
Superstar Spanish wine producer Benjamin Romeo began making wine in his father's garage in 1996, ageing it in a mountain cave! He is now one of the world's most respected vintners. His vineyards located near San Vicente, in premium Rioja terroirs sheltered by the Sierre Cantabria, range in age from 40 to 100 years. Spread over 80 small parcels, they are mostly planted with the Tempranillo grape variety. Benjamin Romeo's wines are true masterpieces – subtle, delicate, mineral, elegant and distinguished. Quite awesome.
Detailed characteristics
Quantity: 2 bottles
Level: 2 NormalObservation: 2 Slightly marked labelsOrigin: private individual
Type of cellar: underground, natural cellar
Recoverable VAT: no
Original wooden case / Original case: no
French customs seal: no
Alcohol percentage: 15 %
Region: Spain - Rioja
Appellation: Rioja DOCa
Classification: DOCA
Owner: Benjamin Romeo
Vintage: 2010
Colour: red
Service temperature: 16°
Size (in ha): 15 hectares
Volume: 57 bottles
Intensity: full-bodied
Leading aroma: black fruit
Tasting occasion: food-friendly wine