Virtus Ribera del Duero Gran Reserva 2016

Deep intense garnet red colour with cherry highlights. Spicy and complex nose. Once aerated, aromas of cloves appear along with balsamic airs such as thyme and rock tea, with delicate tones of leather and light roasted followed by black fruit. On the palate the wine is silky and mouth lling with freshness and spices. An integrated acidity in the wine gives way to cooked dense black fruit, with roasted tones and toasted bread. Long lingering cloves and leather reappear, making an elegant, long and aromatic passage through the mouth. ...