94/100
Robert Parker
"Nic 2011 expresses intense balsamic aromas, notes of incense, Cuban cigars, noble woods and a core of ripe fruit without the slightest excess or overripeness. It does not express the warmth of the vintage. The ageing is rather respectful of the fruit, giving the wine a certain restraint and elegance. The palate is medium to full-bodied, with very fine tannins, superb balance, excellent length and surprising freshness for this year. Although it can be enjoyed now, it should also improve and develop more complexity with time." (Wine Advocate - Robert Parker) Year on year progress!
Features
Estate
Bodegas Casajus
Cuvée
NIC
Vintage
2011
Designation
Ribera del Duero
Region
Spain
Grape varieties
100% Tempranillo
Terroirs
sandy soils at an altitude of 800 m
Viticulture
traditional, meticulous and rigorous
Harvest
manual
Winemaking
in 500l vats of Tronçais oak
Breeding
23 months in wooden vats
Alcohol content
15%
Tasting & pairing
Eye
deep cherry color
Nose
intense and complex, with red fruit aromas and subtle toasted notes
Mouth
always a fine balance between fruit and wood, well-presented tannins, flesh and substance, a long, delicately chocolaty finish.
Serve
at 14-16°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink from
2017
Drink before
2026
Production
4000 bottles
Food and wine pairing
enjoy with red meats, grilled meats, mature cheeses...
Bodegas Casajus
Ribera del Duero
Expert opinion
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated (2015 guide) 94/100 (Outstanding wine)
Domaine noté Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
Nic 2011 expresses intense balsamic aromas, notes of incense, Cuban cigars, noble woods and a core of ripe fruit without the slightest excess or over-ripeness. It does not express the warmth of the vintage. The ageing is rather respectful of the fruit, giving the wine a certain restraint and elegance. The palate is medium to full-bodied, with very fine tannins, superb balance, excellent length and surprising freshness for this year. Although it can be enjoyed now, it should also improve and develop more complexity with time.
Customer reviews
Customer rating
5/5
out of 1 review
Note and review by M. VLADIMIR A. Published on 10/08/2017
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