Abadía Retuerta - Selección Especial 2018 (750ml)

bright yet deep red, denoting a young wine. On the nose it is clean and fragrant, with aromatic complexity — there are fruity aromas of blackberry, red plum and figs, along with floral hints (of wild rose) and spiced notes of clove and bay leaf. At first the taste is broad, vibrant and fresh, but also smooth and mellow thanks to its fine-grained and mature tannins that coat the palate. It has a long finish, and is certain to improve over the years. Blend: 77% Tempranillo, 12% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Syrah, Merlot, Petit Verdot & Garnacha Critical Acclaim JS94 James Suckling A deep nose, full of charcoal, sandalwood, olives, black pepper and blackberries. The oak is starting to integrate. Full-bodied palate with a creamy texture, accentuated by powdery tannins. Long, juicy and creamy finish. RP93 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate 2018 was a cooler year with more rain and higher yields, and the 2018 Selección Especial shows very harmonious and better integrated oak than the 2017. Despite