Ordonez Vatan Tinta de Toro 2021 (750ml) Auxerrois96 points Joaqun Hidalgo (Vinous): "[$50 list] The 2021 Vatan Tinta de Toro opens with aromas of violets, lavender, fresh plum and raspberry, framed by subtle oak and a touch of cedar. Intense and creamy, the palate is broad and flavorful, with velvety, finely textured tannins. The finish is long, delivering depth and nuance. This is a balanced and elegant Tempranillo with a measured profile. Tannins show gentle grip, bringing tension that complements
flawlessly balanced beauty that’s going to be relatively approachable in its youth yet age effortlessly on its balance and purity
and crushed earth
and 9% Petit Verdot that spent 22 months in 75% new French oak
Drinking Window 2028 - 2045
with prevailing impressions of a soft
Displays a terrific iron underpinning
Composition: 100% Riesling
cool fermentation of around 2 weeks in strictly stainless steel tanks to preserve the lively fruitiness and delicate floral aromas
A pronounced grassy note that may remind you of Sauvignon Blanc gives way to aromas of pear
the wine is well balanced with many nuances complementing each other
are at an elevation of between 380 and 410 meters
The palate is rich and broad with layers of fruit and a fine-grained tannin structure
