Viña Muriel Tierras de Lastra Gran Reserva 2011

A fresh, linear Rioja with crushed blackberry and blueberry character. Some sandalwood and cedar undertones. Medium-bodied with very fine tannins and a fresh, clean finish. Refined and beautiful. Drinkable now, but will improve with age. (jamessuckling.com,Sept. 16, 2020)