2017 Vivaltus, Ribera del Duero, Spain cornas this brilliant wine epitomises the

this brilliant wine epitomises the proverbial iron fist in velvet glove

much can change with dosage

deep and intense

holds the reins here and the family talent is much in evidence

The wine has the perfect balance of ripe

2017 Vivaltus, Ribera del Duero, Spain cornas this brilliant wine epitomises theBrambled bilberry, loganberry and cassis fruits, the dark tight flesh with well developed acidity that you have come to expect from this wine, touch of bitter black chocolate on the finish. This is a slow build, well integrated, and the power is subtle rather than overt, at least in comparison to the usual style of Ribera del Duero. Strongly savoury finish, with fennel and aniseed. Jean Claude and Jeff Berrouet consultants, with winemaker Montxo