1994 El Coto, “Coto de Imaz” Rioja Reserva

Last year, between May and July, we rolled out three perfectly preserved Riojas: a savory 1964 Gran Reserva; an ethereal 1976 Crianza; and a terroir-loaded 1988 Reserva. Each old parcel disappeared in an instant, and came with the following notice: “If more exists on the horizon, we are currently unaware of it.” Ever since that final bottle sold out, we’ve been working diligently to uncover more of these jaw-dropping Spanish antiques, and now, six months later, we have a new cellar-direct trove at our fingertips. Today, we’re starting strong with what must exist as one of the great mature wine values of the world: A 1994 Reserva from El Coto, among the most influential and universally known Rioja producers of contemporary times. With its wonderful elegance, complex tertiary flavors, and savory/woodsy perfumes, this Tempranillo antiquity is in a sublime (and perfect) drinking window. It probably goes without saying, but the opportunity to acquire a deeply traditional Rioja with perfect