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2005 Bodegas Vinicola Real ?200 Monges? Gran Reserva

Name: 2005 Bodegas Vinicola Real ?200 Monges? Gran Reserva
SKU: 2817900_HP
Price: 79.99 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Original price was: $109.99.Current price is: $79.99.

95pts Decanter; 94pts TA

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SKU: 2817900_HP Category: Red Blend Tag: Spain

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2005 Bodegas Vinicola Real “200 Monges” Gran Reserva

2005 Bodegas Vinicola Real “200 Monges” Gran Reserva Very deep cherry red, bright and with a hint of tawny at the rim. Exceptionally aromatic on the nose, with aromas of ripe fruit and compote, and balsamic overtones which are seamlessly integrated with age. Mouth filling weight with rich nuances, soft, velvety tannins and hints of black fruit, superbly harmonized in their aromatic complexity. Very elegant and rich on the finish with good acidity, warmth, and a lingering spice.

Dark red cherry color Elegant aromas with a touch of red and black fruits toast and coffee vanilla and mocha In the mouth it shows silky oily well balanced and very round. Every sip is an amazing experience of taste, changing as the wine opens in the glass.

Nothing beats an age-worthy wine that has had the proper time to develop. Tannins soften, fruit is awoken, and every moving part of a wine’s development clicks into place. These are the most memorable experiences for a wine lover, critic and consumer alike. First Growth Bordeauxs, Grand Cru Burgundy, and blue chip California Cabernets are all built to age and reward the patient. The one region that none of us seem to give time to fully develop is Spain’s legendary Rioja region. Today’s offer rivals the great First Growth Bordeaux, and has been quietly resting for the last 18 years.

The 2005 Bodegas Vinicola Real “200 Monges” Gran Reserva is one of the great reds, with time in the bottle, that’s not only drinking, but peaking at this price point. It received 95 from Decanter and comes from the outstanding 2005 vintage. These wines were made for the cellar and have developed a cult following around the world. Their wines are all about balance, not high in alcohol, and this is their top bottling reserve wine.

The wine is a blend of 85% Tempranillo, 10% Graciano and 5% Garnacha and if you want a complete, “right place, right time” drinking experience, this is it. Only 18 cases available.

The Bodegas was started in 1992 by master distiller and winemaker, Miguel Angel Rodriguez. The cellars are located in the village of Albelda de Iregua in Rioja Alta, home to the titan of Rioja, La Rioja Alta. They have a total of 25 hectares of vineyards in 4 different zones of Rioja Alta. Traditional, chemical-free viticulture is practiced, all grapes are harvested by hand and sorted again at the winery.