Rioja Reserva Seleccion Especial Muga 2001 (750ML)

94 Points, Robert Parker, Wine Advocate: "The outstanding 2001 Muga Reserva Seleccion Especial (70% Tempranillo, 20% Grenache, and 10% Mazuelo and Graciano) was aged 24 months in small French and American oak after having spent 6 months in large foudres. A complex bouquet of cedar, spice box, black cherries, currants, licorice, and vanilla is followed by a full-bodied, opulent, rich red boasting loads of fruit, surprising elegance for a wine of this depth and richness, and impeccable balance. It should drink well for 10-12 years." 08/06

92 Points, Josh Raynolds, Vinous: "Dark red. Wild, smoky aromas of cherry, plum, dried flowers, cigar box, cured tobacco, maple and chestnut honey. Deep, supple and sweet, the dark fruit flavors wonderfully complicated by exotic spice and earth notes and supported by gentle, harmonious acidity. The tannins here are ample but polished and lush. Finishes sweet, broad and long, with a lingering cherry quality." 09/06